Sugars; beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

HS v2022 Code: 170112

About sugars; beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

HS code 170112 covers raw beet sugar, a vital commodity in the global food and beverage industry. Beet sugar is an essential raw material for the production of a wide range of consumer products, from confectionery and baked goods to soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. As a major agricultural product, the beet sugar industry plays a significant role in the broader economy, supporting farmers, processors, and a complex supply chain.

Production process

The production of raw beet sugar involves several key steps. First, sugar beets are harvested and transported to processing facilities. The beets are then washed, sliced, and subjected to a diffusion process to extract the sugar-rich juice. The juice is then purified, concentrated, and crystallized to produce raw sugar. Finally, the raw sugar is dried and stored for further processing or distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of raw beet sugar include sugar beets, which are the primary agricultural raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on various processing equipment, such as slicers, diffusion tanks, evaporators, and centrifuges. Energy sources, such as electricity and steam, are also crucial inputs for the energy-intensive sugar production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 170112 is raw beet sugar, which is then further processed and refined to produce a wide range of consumer products. The refined sugar may be used in the production of 170199 Sugars; cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, 170410 Sugars; chewing gum, whether or not sugar-coated, 170490 Sugars; confectionery, not containing cocoa, including white chocolate, and 220710 Ethyl alcohol; undenatured, of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.

Revisions to 170112

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 170112. The most recent 1 version of this code (170112) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 170112.

Family tree for sugars; beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/17'>17: Sugars and sugar confectionery</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1701'>1701: Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/170112'>170112: Sugars; beet sugar, raw, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/170113'>170113: Sugars; cane sugar, raw, in solid form, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/170114'>170114: Sugars; cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/170191'>170191: Sugars; sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/170199'>170199: Sugars; sucrose, chemically pure, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter</a>"]

    

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