Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved

HS v2022 Code: 160530

About crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved

HS code 160530 covers a range of prepared or preserved crustacean products, with a focus on lobster. This industry plays a significant role in the global seafood trade, providing a convenient and shelf-stable option for consumers seeking high-quality crustacean-based products. As a value-added segment of the broader seafood industry, the 160530 category contributes to the overall economic output and employment in the food processing and export/import sectors.

Production process

The production of items under HS code 160530 typically involves a series of processing steps. Lobsters and other crustaceans are first caught, cleaned, and cooked. They are then packaged in various forms, such as canned, jarred, or frozen, often with the addition of sauces, seasonings, or other ingredients to enhance flavor and shelf life. Advanced techniques like pasteurization may also be employed to ensure food safety and extend the products' shelf life.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 160530 industry include live or raw lobsters and other crustaceans, which serve as the primary raw material. Additional inputs may include various sauces, seasonings, preservatives, and packaging materials such as cans, jars, or freezer-safe containers. Specialized processing equipment, such as cooking, cleaning, and packaging machinery, is also a crucial input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 160530 industry are prepared or preserved crustacean products, with a focus on lobster. These items are typically consumed as ready-to-eat or easy-to-prepare seafood options by households, food service establishments, and other industries. The outputs of this industry may be further processed or incorporated into a wide range of 160400 Prepared or preserved fish; caviar and caviar substitutes prepared from fish eggs and 160300 Caviar and caviar substitutes products.

Revisions to 160530

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 160530. The most recent 1 version of this code (160530) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 160530.

Family tree for crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved

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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/v2022/1605'>1605: Crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160530'>160530: Crustacean preparations; lobster, prepared or preserved</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160510'>160510: Crustacean preparations; crab, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160521'>160521: Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, not in airtight containers</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160529'>160529: Crustacean preparations; shrimps and prawns, prepared or preserved, in airtight containers</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160540'>160540: Crustacean preparations; other than crab, shrimps, prawns, and lobsters, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160551'>160551: Mollusc preparations; oysters, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160552'>160552: Mollusc preparations; scallops, including queen scallops, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160553'>160553: Mollusc preparations; mussels, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160554'>160554: Mollusc preparations; cuttle fish and squid, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160555'>160555: Mollusc preparations; octopus, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160556'>160556: Mollusc preparations; clams, cockles and arkshells, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160557'>160557: Mollusc preparations; abalone, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160558'>160558: Mollusc preparations; snails, other than sea snails, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160559'>160559: Mollusc preparations; n.e.c. in item no. 1605.5, preparations such as pastes, sausages, prepared meals and the like</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160561'>160561: Aquatic invertebrates; sea cucumbers, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160562'>160562: Aquatic invertebrates; sea urchins, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160563'>160563: Aquatic invertebrates; jellyfish, prepared or preserved</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/160569'>160569: Aquatic invertebrates; other than crustaceans, molluscs, sea cucumbers, sea urchins, and jellyfish, prepared or preserved</a>"]

    

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