Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)

HS v2022 Code: 040221

About dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)

HS code 040221 covers a crucial segment of the dairy industry, encompassing concentrated milk and cream products with a fat content exceeding 1.5% by weight. These high-fat dairy goods play a vital role in the global food supply chain, catering to the diverse needs of consumers, food manufacturers, and various other industries. As a key component of the broader 0402 Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included sector, this classification code represents a significant economic driver, with far-reaching implications for international trade and the agricultural landscape.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 040221 typically involves the concentration of raw milk or cream through various techniques, such as evaporation, spray drying, or freeze-drying. These processes remove a substantial portion of the water content, resulting in a dense, powdery, or granular product that can be easily stored, transported, and incorporated into a wide range of food and beverage applications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the production of goods under HS code 040221 are high-quality raw milk and cream, which are sourced from dairy farms and processing facilities. Additionally, specialized equipment, such as evaporators, spray dryers, and packaging machinery, are essential for the concentration and packaging of these dairy products. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary to power the production processes.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the industry covered by HS code 040221 are concentrated milk and cream products in powder, granule, or other solid forms. These high-fat dairy goods can be further utilized as ingredients in the manufacture of 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 calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included); food preparations of goods of headings 0401 to 0404, not elsewhere specified or included), 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, and a variety of other food and beverage products.

Revisions to 040221

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 040221. The most recent 1 version of this code (040221) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 040221.

Family tree for dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/04'>04: Dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/0402'>0402: Milk and cream; concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040221'>040221: Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040210'>040210: Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content not exceeding 1.5% (by weight)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040229'>040229: Dairy produce; milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, in powder, granules or other solid forms, of a fat content exceeding 1.5% (by weight)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040291'>040291: Dairy produce; milk and cream, concentrated, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040299'>040299: Dairy produce; milk and cream, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, other than in powder, granules or other solid forms</a>"]

    

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