Machinery; industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry

HS v2017 Code: 843850

About machinery; industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry

hs code 843850 covers a critical segment of the food processing industry, encompassing specialized machinery used for the preparation of meat and poultry products. This equipment plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, enabling efficient and hygienic processing of raw materials into a wide range of consumer-ready goods. As the demand for processed meats and poultry continues to grow, the 843850 industry remains an essential component of the broader manufacturing and agricultural sectors.

Production process

Machinery classified under hs code 843850 typically utilizes a combination of mechanical, electrical, and automated systems to facilitate the preparation of meat and poultry. Key production techniques may include cutting, slicing, mincing, mixing, and packaging operations, all designed to transform raw materials into finished products suitable for distribution and consumption.

Production inputs

The 843850 industry relies on a variety of inputs, including raw meat and poultry, as well as specialized equipment such as 847420 Machinery; for cleaning, sorting or grading, seed, grain or dried leguminous vegetables and 847982 Machinery; for mixing, kneading, crushing, grinding, screening, sifting, homogenizing, emulsifying or stirring. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce, reliable power sources, and efficient transportation networks to support the production and distribution of its outputs.

Production outputs

Machinery classified under hs code 843850 is primarily used to prepare meat and poultry products for further processing or direct consumption. The outputs of this industry may include ground meat, sliced deli meats, deboned chicken, and other semi-finished or ready-to-eat items. These products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 160100 Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal or blood; food preparations based on these products, 160210 Meat, meat offal or blood; prepared or preserved, and 160290 Meat, meat offal or blood; prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602.

Revisions to 843850

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 843850. The most recent 1 version of this code (843850) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 843850 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for machinery; industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/84'>84: Nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8438'>8438: Machinery n.e.c. in this chapter, for the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink; other than machinery for extraction or preparation of animal or fixed vegetable fats or oils</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843850'>843850: Machinery; industrial, for the preparation of meat or poultry</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843810'>843810: Machinery; industrial, for bakery and for the manufacture of macaroni, spaghetti or similar products</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843820'>843820: Machinery; industrial, for the manufacture of confectionery, cocoa or chocolate</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843830'>843830: Machinery; industrial, for sugar manufacture</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843840'>843840: Machinery; industrial, brewery machinery</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843860'>843860: Machinery; industrial, for the preparation of fruits, nuts or vegetables</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843880'>843880: Machinery; used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink, n.e.c. in heading no. 8438</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/843890'>843890: Machinery; parts of those machines used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink</a>"]

    

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