Food preparations; tapioca and substitutes thereof, prepared from starch in the form of flakes, grains, pearls, siftings or similar

HS code 190300 covers a wide range of food preparations made from tapioca and other starch-based substitutes. These products are commonly used as thickeners, binders, and texturizers in various food and beverage applications. The tapioca and starch-based preparations described by this code play a crucial role in the global food industry, providing essential functional properties that enhance the quality and consistency of a diverse array of consumable goods.

The production of tapioca and starch-based food preparations involves several key steps. First, the raw starch materials, such as cassava, potato, or corn, are processed to extract the starch. The starch is then modified through various techniques, such as heating, drying, and sifting, to create the desired flakes, grains, pearls, or siftings. These processed starch products are then combined with other ingredients, such as flavors, colors, or additional starches, to create the final food preparation.

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 190300 products include raw starch materials, such as 100700 Manioc, arrowroot, salep, Jerusalem artichokes, sweet potatoes and similar roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content, 110812 (Maize (corn) starch) or 110813 Potato starch. Additionally, specialized processing equipment, such as starch extraction and modification machinery, is necessary to transform the raw materials into the desired tapioca and starch-based preparations.

The food preparations described by HS code 190300 are widely used as ingredients in a variety of food and beverage products. These preparations can be found in thickened sauces, gravies, puddings, and other processed foods that require a specific texture or consistency. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by manufacturers of 190190 Preparations for infant use, put up for retail sale and 190220 Pasta, uncooked; not stuffed or otherwise prepared, among other related food industry sectors.