Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products

HS v2022 Code: 1302

About vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products

HS code 1302 encompasses a diverse range of plant-derived products that serve as essential ingredients in various industries. These vegetable saps, extracts, and thickening agents play a crucial role in the manufacturing of food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and other consumer goods. As a key component of the global agricultural and chemical supply chains, this industry is integral to the broader economy, providing valuable raw materials and enabling the development of a wide array of final products.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 1302 typically involves the extraction, purification, and processing of various plant-based materials. Common techniques include mechanical pressing, solvent extraction, and chemical modification to obtain the desired saps, extracts, and thickening agents. Manufacturers may also employ techniques such as fermentation, drying, and blending to create specialized formulations tailored to the needs of their target industries.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 1302 goods include a variety of plant-based raw materials, such as roots, leaves, seeds, and fruits. Depending on the specific product, manufacturers may also require access to specialized equipment, such as extraction vessels, filtration systems, and drying facilities. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the necessary machinery and adhering to strict quality control and safety protocols.

Production outputs

The outputs of the HS code 1302 industry encompass a wide range of products, including natural gums, pectins, mucilages, and other thickening agents. These materials find applications in the 1901 Food preparations industry, where they are used as stabilizers, emulsifiers, and texturizers in a variety of food and beverage products. Additionally, HS code 1302 goods are utilized in the 3003 Medicinal products and 3304 Beauty or make-up preparations sectors, where they serve as active ingredients or excipients in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.

Family tree for vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/13'>13: Lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1302'>1302: Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1301'>1301: Lac; natural gums, resins, gum-resins and oleoresins (for example, balsams)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130211'>130211: Vegetable saps and extracts; opium</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130212'>130212: Vegetable saps and extracts; of liquorice</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130213'>130213: Vegetable saps and extracts; of hops</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130214'>130214: Vegetable saps and extracts; of ephedra</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130219'>130219: Vegetable saps and extracts; n.e.c. in item no. 1302.1</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130220'>130220: Pectic substances; pectinates and pectates</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130231'>130231: Mucilages and thickeners; agar-agar, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130232'>130232: Mucilages and thickeners; whether or not modified, derived from locust beans, locust bean seeds or guar seeds</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/130239'>130239: Mucilages and thickeners; whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products, n.e.c. in item no. 1302.3</a>"]


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