Sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS v2022 Code: 121291

About sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

HS code 121291 covers the classification of sugar beet, a crucial agricultural commodity that plays a vital role in the global food and sweetener industry. Sugar beet is a root vegetable that is primarily cultivated for its high sucrose content, which is extracted and processed into refined sugar. As a major source of sugar, this industry is integral to the broader food and beverage sector, providing a key ingredient for a wide range of consumer products.

Production process

The production of sugar beet involves several key steps. First, the crop is planted and grown in suitable climates, typically in temperate regions. Once the beets have reached maturity, they are mechanically harvested and transported to processing facilities. At the factory, the beets undergo a series of cleaning, slicing, and extraction processes to separate the sucrose-rich juice from the fibrous pulp. The extracted juice is then purified, concentrated, and crystallized to produce refined sugar.

Production inputs

The sugar beet industry relies on several key inputs, including fertile agricultural land, suitable climate conditions, and advanced farming equipment and machinery. Additionally, the processing of sugar beet requires specialized equipment such as slicers, diffusion tanks, and centrifuges. The industry also depends on a skilled workforce, including agricultural workers, factory operators, and engineers, to manage the various stages of production.

Production outputs

The primary output of the sugar beet industry is refined sugar, which is then used as a sweetener in a wide range of food and beverage products. The industry also generates byproducts, such as molasses and beet pulp, which can be used as animal feed or further processed into other products. Other related HS codes that may consume the output of the sugar beet industry include 170111 Raw sugar, not containing added flavoring or coloring matter and 170199 Other sugar, including chemically pure sucrose, in solid form.

Revisions to 121291

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 121291. The most recent 1 version of this code (121291) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 121291.

Family tree for sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/12'>12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1212'>1212: Locust beans, seaweeds and other algae, sugar beet, sugar cane, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground; fruit stones, kernels and other vegetable products (including unroasted chicory roots) used primarily for human consumption, n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121291'>121291: Sugar beet; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121221'>121221: Seaweeds and other algae; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121229'>121229: Seaweeds and other algae; not fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121292'>121292: Locust beans (carob); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121293'>121293: Sugar cane; fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121294'>121294: Chicory roots (Chicorium intybus sativum); fit for human consumption, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121299'>121299: Vegetable products; fit for human consumption, n.e.c. in heading no. 1212, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not ground</a>"]

    

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