Dairy produce; derived from milk, butter

HS v2022 Code: 040510

About dairy produce; derived from milk, butter

HS code 040510 covers dairy products derived from milk, specifically butter. Butter is a vital component of the dairy industry, with widespread use in cooking, baking, and as a spread. It is an important agricultural commodity, with global production and trade playing a significant role in the broader food and agricultural economy.

Production process

Butter is produced by churning cream or whole milk, which causes the fat globules to coalesce and form a solid or semi-solid substance. The process typically involves separating cream from milk, then agitating the cream to cause the fat globules to stick together. The resulting butter is then washed, salted, and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the butter industry include raw milk, cream, and salt. Specialized equipment such as cream separators, churns, and packaging machinery are also essential. The industry relies on a network of dairy farms, processing facilities, and transportation infrastructure to source and process the necessary raw materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 040510 is butter, which is consumed by a wide range of industries. Butter is used extensively in the food processing industry, particularly in baking, confectionery, and the production of other dairy products. It is also a common ingredient in 040690 Cheese and curd and 040700 Eggs, bird's; in shell, fresh, preserved or cooked. Additionally, butter may be further processed into other dairy derivatives, such as ghee or clarified butter.

Revisions to 040510

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 040510. The most recent 1 version of this code (040510) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 040510.

Family tree for dairy produce; derived from milk, butter

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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/v2022/0405'>0405: Butter and other fats and oils derived from milk; dairy spreads</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040510'>040510: Dairy produce; derived from milk, butter</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040520'>040520: Dairy produce; dairy spreads</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/040590'>040590: Dairy produce; fats and oils derived from milk (other than butter or dairy spreads)</a>"]

    

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