Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included

HS v2017 Code: 3507

About enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included

HS code 3507 covers a diverse range of enzymes and prepared enzyme products that are used across various industries. Enzymes are biological catalysts that accelerate chemical reactions, making them essential components in many manufacturing and processing applications. The enzymes industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, supporting industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and biofuels, among others.

Production process

Enzymes are typically produced through fermentation processes, where microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, or yeast are cultivated to produce the desired enzyme. The specific production techniques can vary depending on the type of enzyme, but generally involve steps like media preparation, inoculation, fermentation, enzyme extraction, and purification. Advances in biotechnology and genetic engineering have also enabled the development of recombinant enzymes, which are produced by genetically modified organisms.

Production inputs

The production of enzymes covered under HS code 3507 requires a range of inputs, including raw materials such as carbohydrates, proteins, and other nutrients to support the growth of the microorganisms. Specialized equipment like fermentation tanks, centrifuges, and chromatography systems are also essential for the various stages of enzyme production. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled personnel, research and development, and robust quality control measures to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final enzyme products.

Production outputs

The enzymes produced under HS code 3507 have a wide range of applications and are used as inputs for various other industries. These enzymes can be used in the production of 1905 Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits and other bakers' wares, 3002 (Vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products), 3401 Soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for use as soap, in the form of bars, cakes, moulded pieces or shapes, whether or not containing soap; organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, in the form of liquid or cream and put up for retail sale, whether or not containing soap; paper, wadding, felt and nonwovens, impregnated, coated or covered with soap or detergent, and many other products.

Family tree for enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/35'>35: Albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3507'>3507: Enzymes; prepared enzymes not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3501'>3501: Casein, caseinates and other casein derivatives; casein glues</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3502'>3502: Albumins (including concentrates of two or more whey proteins, containing by weight more than 80% whey proteins, calculated on the dry matter), albuminates and other albumin derivatives</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3503'>3503: Gelatin (including gelatin in rectangular sheets, whether or not surface-worked or coloured) and gelatin derivatives; isinglass; other glues of animal origin, excluding casein glues of heading no. 3501</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3504'>3504: Peptones and their derivatives; other protein substances and their derivatives n.e.c. or included; hide powder, whether or not chromed</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3505'>3505: Dextrins and other modified starches (e.g. pregelatinised or esterified starches); glues based on starches or on dextrins or other modified starches</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3506'>3506: Prepared glues and other prepared adhesives, n.e.c. or included; products suitable for use as glues or adhesives, put up for retail sale as glues or adhesives, not exceeding 1kg net weight</a>"]

    B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/350710'>350710: Enzymes; rennet and concentrates thereof</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/350790'>350790: Enzymes and prepared enzymes; other than rennet and concentrates thereof</a>"]


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