Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of soya-bean oil

HS code 230400 covers oil-cake and other solid residues resulting from the extraction of soya-bean oil. This industry plays a crucial role in the global agricultural and food processing sectors, as the byproducts of soya-bean oil extraction are widely used as animal feed and fertilizers. The demand for these products is driven by the growing need for sustainable and cost-effective solutions in the livestock and crop production industries.

The production of oil-cake and other solid residues under HS code 230400 typically involves the extraction of soya-bean oil through mechanical pressing or chemical solvents. After the oil is extracted, the remaining solid material is dried, ground, and processed into various forms, such as pellets or cakes, to facilitate storage, transportation, and further processing.

The main inputs required for the production of oil-cake and other solid residues under HS code 230400 are soya beans, which serve as the primary raw material. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment for the oil extraction, drying, and processing of the byproducts. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also essential for the various stages of production.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 230400 are oil-cake and other solid residues, which are used as animal feed and fertilizers. These byproducts are often consumed by industries classified under 230110 Oil-cake and other solid residues; whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of vegetable fats or oils, other than those of heading 2304 or 2305, 310100 Animal or vegetable fertilizers; whether or not mixed together or chemically treated; fertilizers produced by the mixing or chemical treatment of animal or vegetable products, and 230990 Preparations of a kind used in animal feeding, not elsewhere specified or included, among others.