Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

HS v2017 Code: 2105

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
21	05	n/a

Code	2105
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	21

Ancestor Codes: Miscellaneous edible preparations

This Code: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

Child Codes: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

Sibling Codes (Nearest 5): 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; Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell micro-organisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading no. 3002); prepared baking powders; Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard; Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations; Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

About ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

HS code 2105 covers a wide range of frozen desserts, including ice cream, sorbet, and other edible ices. This industry is a significant contributor to the global food and beverage sector, catering to the growing consumer demand for indulgent, yet refreshing treats. As a versatile product category, ice cream and related items find application across various food service and retail channels, making it an important component of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of ice cream and other edible ices typically involves a multi-step process. Key steps include the blending of dairy ingredients (such as milk, cream, and sweeteners), the incorporation of flavorings and stabilizers, and the freezing of the mixture to achieve the desired texture and consistency. Specialized equipment, such as batch freezers and continuous freezers, is often used to ensure a smooth and consistent final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of ice cream and other edible ices include dairy products (milk, cream, and butterfat), sweeteners (such as sugar or high-fructose corn syrup), stabilizers and emulsifiers, and various flavorings and inclusions (e.g., chocolate, fruits, nuts). Additionally, specialized machinery and equipment, such as pasteurizers, homogenizers, and freezers, are essential for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of HS code 2105 are ice cream, sorbet, and other frozen desserts. These products are often consumed as standalone treats or incorporated into a variety of food and beverage applications, such as 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, 2202 Waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured, and 2208 Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages.

Family tree for ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/21'>21: Miscellaneous edible preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2105'>2105: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]

    A --> C["<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>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2102'>2102: Yeasts (active or inactive); other single-cell micro-organisms, dead (but not including vaccines of heading no. 3002); prepared baking powders</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2103'>2103: Sauces and preparations therefor; mixed condiments and mixed seasonings, mustard flour and meal and prepared mustard</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2104'>2104: Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2106'>2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210500'>210500: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]


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