Manufacture of soft drinks and bottled waters

NACE v2.1 Code: C11.07

About manufacture of soft drinks and bottled waters

NACE code 11.07 covers the manufacture of soft drinks, mineral waters, and other bottled waters. This industry plays a vital role in the broader food and beverage sector, providing consumers with a diverse range of non-alcoholic refreshment options. As consumer demand for convenient, healthy, and environmentally-conscious beverages continues to grow, the soft drink and bottled water industry has become an increasingly important part of the global economy.

Production process

The production of soft drinks and bottled waters typically involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, such as water, sweeteners, and flavorings, are carefully selected and measured. The water is then treated and purified, often through processes like reverse osmosis or distillation, to ensure consistent quality and purity. The sweeteners and other ingredients are then blended and mixed with the purified water. For carbonated soft drinks, the mixture is then infused with carbon dioxide gas to create the desired fizz. Finally, the finished product is bottled, canned, or packaged for distribution and sale.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the soft drink and bottled water industry include high-quality water, sweeteners (such as sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial sweeteners), flavorings, and packaging materials (such as bottles, cans, and labels). Specialized equipment, such as blending tanks, carbonation systems, and bottling/canning lines, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, the industry relies on a robust supply chain of raw material suppliers, logistics providers, and distribution networks to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of products to consumers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the soft drink and bottled water industry are, of course, the various soft drink and bottled water products themselves. These are then consumed by individuals, households, and businesses across a wide range of 56.30 Food and beverage service activities, 47.11 Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating, and other related NACE codes. The industry also generates a range of by-products, such as packaging waste, that may be recycled or repurposed by other industries.

Revisions to 11.07

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 11.07. The most recent 2 versions of this code (11.07) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 11.07.

Family tree for manufacture of soft drinks and bottled waters

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11'>11: Manufacture of beverages</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/0'>11.0: Manufacture of beverages</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/07'>11.07: Manufacture of soft drinks and bottled waters</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/01'>11.01: Distilling, rectifying and blending of spirits</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/02'>11.02: Manufacture of wine from grape</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/03'>11.03: Manufacture of cider and other fruit fermented beverages</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/04'>11.04: Manufacture of other non-distilled fermented beverages</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/05'>11.05: Manufacture of beer</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11/06'>11.06: Manufacture of malt</a>"]

    

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