Extracts, essences and concentrates; of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate

HS v2017 Code: 210120

About extracts, essences and concentrates; of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate

HS code 210120 covers a wide range of products derived from tea or mate, including extracts, essences, and concentrates. These products play a crucial role in the global food and beverage industry, providing essential ingredients for a variety of products, from tea-based drinks to flavored syrups and confectionery. The demand for these products is driven by the growing popularity of tea and mate-based beverages, as well as the increasing use of natural ingredients in food and beverage formulations.

Production process

The production of extracts, essences, and concentrates under HS code 210120 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw tea or mate leaves are harvested and processed to extract the desired compounds, such as caffeine, polyphenols, and aromatic compounds. This is often done through a combination of mechanical and chemical extraction methods, such as steeping, distillation, and solvent extraction. The resulting extracts are then further refined and concentrated to produce the final products, which can be in liquid, powder, or paste form.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 210120 products include high-quality tea or mate leaves, as well as various processing equipment and chemicals. Depending on the specific product, additional ingredients such as carriers, stabilizers, and flavorings may also be used. The production process also requires access to reliable sources of water, energy, and skilled labor.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 210120 are extracts, essences, and concentrates that can be used as ingredients in a wide range of food and beverage products. These include 210111 Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee, 210690 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, and 220290 Non-alcoholic beverages, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading 2009. The versatility of these products makes them valuable inputs for manufacturers across the food and beverage industry.

Revisions to 210120

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 210120. The most recent 1 version of this code (210120) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 210120 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for extracts, essences and concentrates; of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/21'>21: Miscellaneous edible preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2101'>2101: Extracts, essences, concentrates of coffee, tea or mate; preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or mate; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210120'>210120: Extracts, essences and concentrates; of tea or mate, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or mate</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210111'>210111: Extracts, essences and concentrates; of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210112'>210112: Preparations with a basis of extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210130'>210130: Chicory, roasted and other roasted coffee substitutes; extracts, essences and concentrates thereof</a>"]

    

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