Starch; manioc (cassava)

HS code 110814 covers the classification of manioc (cassava) starch, a vital ingredient in the global food and industrial supply chains. Cassava is a staple crop in many developing regions, particularly in Africa and Asia, and its starch is widely used in the production of various food, pharmaceutical, and industrial products. As a versatile and cost-effective raw material, manioc starch plays a significant role in the economies of major producing and exporting countries.

The production of manioc starch involves several key steps. First, the cassava roots are harvested, washed, and peeled. The roots are then grated or crushed to extract the starch-rich liquid, which is then filtered and allowed to settle. The starch is then dried, either through natural sun-drying or using mechanical drying methods, and finally, the dried starch is milled and packaged for distribution.

The main inputs required for the production of manioc starch include the cassava roots, which serve as the primary raw material. Additionally, the process requires access to clean water, drying facilities, and milling equipment. Depending on the scale of production, other inputs such as energy sources, packaging materials, and labor may also be significant.

The primary output of HS code 110814 is manioc (cassava) starch, which is widely used in the food industry as a thickening agent, binder, and stabilizer. It is also used in the production of 190190 Preparations for infant use, put up for retail sale, 210690 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included, and 350510 Dextrins and other modified starches. Additionally, the residual pulp from the starch extraction process can be used as animal feed or further processed into other products.