Food preparations; sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa

HS v2022 Code: 190531

About food preparations; sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa

HS code 190531 covers the production and trade of sweet biscuits, a popular and widely consumed food item across the globe. These biscuits are a type of food preparation that can be made with or without the addition of cocoa. The sweet biscuit industry is an important component of the broader food and beverage sector, contributing significantly to the global economy through international trade and domestic consumption.

Production process

The production of sweet biscuits typically involves a series of key steps. First, the raw ingredients, such as flour, sugar, butter, and eggs, are carefully measured and mixed together to form a dough. The dough is then rolled out and cut into desired shapes, which are then baked in ovens at high temperatures. Depending on the recipe, cocoa powder or other flavoring agents may be added to the dough before baking. The baked biscuits are then cooled and packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of sweet biscuits under HS code 190531 include wheat flour, sugar, butter or other fats, eggs, and potentially cocoa powder or other flavorings. Specialized baking equipment, such as ovens, mixers, and cutting tools, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, packaging materials, such as boxes or bags, are needed to prepare the final products for distribution.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 190531 is sweet biscuits, which can be consumed as a snack, dessert, or accompaniment to various beverages. These biscuits may be further processed or incorporated into other food products, such as 190532 Food preparations; waffles and wafers or 190540 Food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products. The sweet biscuit industry also generates a range of by-products, such as biscuit crumbs or broken pieces, which can be used in other food applications.

Revisions to 190531

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 190531. The most recent 1 version of this code (190531) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 190531.

Family tree for food preparations; sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/19'>19: Preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1905'>1905: Bread, pastry, cakes, biscuits, other bakers' wares, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice paper and similar products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190531'>190531: Food preparations; sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190510'>190510: Food preparations; crispbread, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190520'>190520: Food preparations; gingerbread and the like, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190532'>190532: Food preparations; waffles and wafers, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190540'>190540: Food preparations; rusks, toasted bread and similar toasted products, whether or not containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/190590'>190590: Food preparations; bakers' wares n.e.c. in heading no. 1605, whether or not containing cocoa; communion wafers, empty cachets suitable for pharmaceutical use, sealing wafers, rice papers and similar products</a>"]

    

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