Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

HS v2017 Code: 2106

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
21	06	n/a

Code	2106
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	4
Datasource	WCO
Chapter	21

Ancestor Codes: Miscellaneous edible preparations

This Code: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

Child Codes: Food preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10; Protein; concentrates and textured protein substances

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

About food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

HS code 2106 covers a diverse range of food preparations that do not fall under any other specific classification. These products play a vital role in the global food industry, providing versatile ingredients, flavorings, and specialty items to manufacturers, food service providers, and consumers. As an important component of international trade, the 2106 industry contributes to the broader economy by enabling the development of innovative food products and meeting evolving consumer demands.

Production process

The production techniques for HS code 2106 items can vary widely, as this code encompasses a broad spectrum of food preparations. Common methods may include blending, mixing, extraction, fermentation, and various processing steps to create the desired formulations, flavors, and functional properties. Manufacturers often utilize advanced technologies and specialized equipment to ensure consistent quality and meet regulatory requirements.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 2106 industry include a diverse range of raw materials, such as 1701 Sugars, 0401 Milk and cream, 0901 Coffee, tea, maté and spices, and various food additives, flavorings, and other specialized ingredients. Depending on the specific product, manufacturers may also require specialized processing equipment, packaging materials, and energy sources to support the production process.

Production outputs

The outputs of the 2106 industry are equally diverse, ranging from food seasonings and flavor enhancers to specialized dietary supplements and functional food ingredients. These products are often used as inputs for a wide variety of other food manufacturing codes, such as 1901 Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40% by weight of cocoa, 2202 Waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavored, and 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.

Family tree for food preparations not elsewhere specified or included

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/21'>21: Miscellaneous edible preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2106'>2106: Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included</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/v2017/2105'>2105: Ice cream and other edible ice; whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210610'>210610: Protein; concentrates and textured protein substances</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/210690'>210690: Food preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 2106.10</a>"]


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