Fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked

HS v2022 Code: 020910

About fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked

HS code 020910 covers the trade of unprocessed pig fat, which is an important raw material for various industries. This type of fat is commonly used in the production of food items, cosmetics, and industrial lubricants. As a significant component of the global agricultural and food processing sectors, the trade of pig fat plays a crucial role in the broader economy.

Production process

Pig fat is typically obtained from the slaughter and processing of pigs. The fat is carefully separated from the lean meat and may undergo minimal processing, such as chilling, freezing, or salting, to preserve its quality and extend its shelf life. The production process aims to maintain the natural properties of the fat while ensuring it meets the necessary standards for its intended use.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of HS code 020910 is live pigs, which are raised on farms or in specialized facilities. Additionally, the industry requires access to storage and transportation infrastructure to handle the distribution of the raw material. Machinery for the slaughter, separation, and packaging of the pig fat is also a crucial input.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 020910 is unprocessed pig fat, which is then used as an ingredient or raw material in various industries. This includes the 150100 Lard; including rendered fat industry, the 150710 Soya-bean oil and its fractions, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified industry, and the 271019 Other oils and preparations, n.e.c. industry, among others. The versatility of pig fat makes it a valuable commodity in the global market.

Revisions to 020910

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 020910. The most recent 1 version of this code (020910) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 020910.

Family tree for fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020910'>020910: Fat; pig fat, free of lean meat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/020990'>020990: Fat; poultry fat, not rendered or otherwise extracted, fresh, chilled, frozen, salted, in brine, dried or smoked</a>"]

    

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