Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)

HS v2022 Code: 160220

About meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)

HS code 160220 covers a range of meat preparations made from the preserved or prepared liver of any animal, excluding homogenized preparations. This industry plays a vital role in the global food supply chain, providing a convenient and shelf-stable source of protein and essential nutrients. The production and trade of these meat preparations are significant contributors to the broader economy, with applications in the food processing, retail, and foodservice sectors.

Production process

The production of meat preparations under HS code 160220 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the animal liver is carefully selected and cleaned. It is then cooked, cured, or otherwise preserved to extend its shelf life. The preserved liver may be diced, minced, or otherwise processed into a desired texture or form. Finally, the prepared liver is packaged and distributed for consumption or further processing.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 160220 meat preparations include the raw animal liver, as well as various preservatives, seasonings, and packaging materials. Specialized machinery for processing, cooking, and packaging the liver products is also a critical input. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to ensure consistent quality and safety standards throughout the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the HS code 160220 industry is a range of preserved or prepared liver products, which can be consumed directly or used as ingredients in other food preparations. These meat preparations may be sold to 160100 Meat and edible meat offal, prepared or preserved, 160300 Extracts and juices of meat, fish or crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or 210690 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included industries for further processing or incorporation into their own products.

Revisions to 160220

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 160220. The most recent 1 version of this code (160220) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 160220.

Family tree for meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)

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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/v2022/1602'>1602: Prepared or preserved meat, meat offal, blood or insects</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160220'>160220: Meat preparations; of the prepared or preserved liver of any animal (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160210'>160210: Meat preparations; homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal blood or insects</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160231'>160231: Meat preparations; of turkeys, prepared or preserved meat or meat offal (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160232'>160232: Meat preparations; of the poultry of heading no. 0105, (i.e. of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus)</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160239'>160239: Meat preparations; of poultry (excluding turkeys), prepared or preserved meat or meat offal (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160241'>160241: Meat preparations; of swine, hams and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160242'>160242: Meat preparations; of swine, shoulders and cuts thereof, prepared or preserved (excluding homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160249'>160249: Meat preparations; of swine, meat or meat offal (including mixtures), prepared or preserved, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160250'>160250: Meat preparations; of bovine animals, meat or meat offal, prepared or preserved (excluding livers and homogenised preparations)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160290'>160290: Meat preparations; of meat, meat offal or the blood of any animal, n.e.c. in heading no. 1602</a>"]

    

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