What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1192 covers Australian businesses that manufacture prepared feed products for animals and birds. This includes both commercial livestock operations and companion animal markets. The classification encompasses various production methods including drying, canning, chilling, and processing grains into specialized feed formulations.
Typical businesses in this class might include a factory producing canned dog and cat food, a mill specializing in poultry feed pellets for chicken farms, or an operation manufacturing nutritional lick blocks for cattle and sheep stations. Other examples include manufacturers of dehydrated lucerne products for horses, specialty bird seed mixes for aviaries, and prepared grain mixes for various livestock operations across Australia's agricultural sector.
This classification is used by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for industry data collection, by the Australian Business Register for business categorization, and by various government agencies for policy development and industry support programs targeting the animal feed manufacturing sector.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses classified under ANZSIC 1192 typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing prepared animal feeds, excluding certain specialized products like uncanned meat meal
- Producing canned animal food for both pets and livestock
- Making specialized bird feed formulations
- Manufacturing nutritional lick blocks for cattle and sheep
- Producing cereal meal from grains (excluding rice and rye) for animal fodder
- Manufacturing chaff and processed hay products
- Producing crushed or mixed grains specifically for animal feed
- Dehydrating lucerne (alfalfa) for animal consumption
- Manufacturing dog and cat biscuits and dry food
- Producing prepared fodder of various types
- Manufacturing grain offal (by-products) for fodder, excluding rice and rye
- Producing lucerne cubes and meal products
- Manufacturing canned pet food
- Producing prepared poultry feed
- Making specialized sheep lick products
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class specifically excludes certain related activities that fall under different ANZSIC classifications:
Slaughtering animals specifically for pet food production is classified under ANZSIC 1111 Meat Processing, not this feed manufacturing class. This distinction separates the initial processing of animal materials from the subsequent manufacturing of prepared feed products.
Additionally, manufacturing meal or offal from rice or rye for use as animal fodder falls under ANZSIC 1161 Grain Mill Product Manufacturing. This exclusion maintains consistency in classifying grain processing activities within the appropriate milling categories.
Businesses operating in related areas should also consider ANZSIC Division C Manufacturing and specifically Group 119 Other Food Product Manufacturing for broader context of where this classification fits within the manufacturing sector.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, you'll need to select ANZSIC 1192 if your primary activity involves manufacturing prepared animal or bird feed. This classification determines your Business Industry Code (BIC 11920) for taxation purposes, which may affect your GST reporting requirements and eligibility for certain tax treatments.
Your ANZSIC classification can influence your workers' compensation insurance category and premiums, as different manufacturing activities carry varying risk profiles. It's also used for statistical reporting to the Australian Bureau of Statistics if your business is selected for industry surveys.
Various state and federal government grant programs for manufacturing or agricultural sectors may use ANZSIC classifications to determine eligibility criteria. When applying for such programs, ensure your business activities align with this classification if you manufacture prepared animal feeds. Always consult with a business advisor or accountant for specific guidance related to your circumstances.