The SSIC 46223 classification pertains to wholesale of coffee, cocoa and tea. This official code is mandatory when registering a business entity with ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) in Singapore.

Key Characteristics:

Compliance with the Sale of Food Act (Chapter 283) and its regulations regarding food safety and hygiene.
Common business structures include sole proprietorships, partnerships, and private limited companies (Pte Ltd) registered with ACRA.
Frequent regulatory requirements involve obtaining licenses from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) for importing, exporting, and processing food products.

Common Business Operations

Wholesale of livestock, meat, poultry, eggs and seafood (including frozen and canned) is classified under SSIC 46223.

Importing frozen meat from approved overseas establishments, a common activity for wholesalers in this sector.

Examples include companies distributing chilled seafood to restaurants and supermarkets, as classified by ACRA's guidelines.

Industry practices often involve adherence to cold chain management standards, as highlighted in EDB's reports on the food manufacturing sector.