Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects; food preparations based on these products
HS v2022 Code: 1601
About sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects; food preparations based on these products
HS code 1601 covers a diverse range of processed meat products, including sausages, salami, and other similar items. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food supply chain, providing convenient and shelf-stable protein sources for consumers around the world. The production and trade of these products are significant contributors to the broader economy, with international trade in HS 1601 goods valued at billions of dollars annually.
Production process
The production of sausages and similar meat products typically involves a series of key steps. First, the raw meat and other ingredients, such as fat, spices, and preservatives, are carefully selected and prepared. The mixture is then stuffed into casings, which can be made from natural materials like intestines or synthetic alternatives. The encased products are then subjected to various processing methods, such as smoking, drying, or cooking, to enhance flavor, texture, and shelf life.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS 1601 goods include a variety of meats, such as beef, pork, or poultry, as well as fat, spices, and other seasonings. Specialized equipment, such as meat grinders, stuffing machines, and smokehouses, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of packaging materials, including casings, bags, and labels, to protect and market the final products.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the HS 1601 industry are sausages, salami, and other processed meat products. These items are widely consumed as part of meals or as snacks, and they are often used as ingredients in other food preparations, such as 1602 Prepared or preserved meat, meat offal or blood and 1604 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs.
Family tree for sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects; food preparations based on these products
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/16'>16: Meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1601'>1601: Sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects; food preparations based on these products</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1602'>1602: Prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1603'>1603: Extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1604'>1604: Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1605'>1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160100'>160100: Meat preparations; sausages and similar products, of meat, meat offal, blood or insects, and food preparations based on these products</a>"]
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