Sivutuotteiksi

Sivutuotteiksi is a Finnish term that translates to "by-products" in English. It refers to materials or substances that are produced incidentally during the manufacture or processing of a primary product. These by-products are not the main goal of the production process but are nevertheless generated as a result of it. The economic value of by-products can vary significantly. Some by-products may have substantial market value and can be sold as separate products, contributing to the overall profitability of the primary production. Others may have little to no economic value and might even incur disposal costs.

The utilization of by-products is an important aspect of resource efficiency and sustainability in many industries. Finding ways to reuse, repurpose, or extract value from these incidentally produced materials can reduce waste, conserve resources, and create new revenue streams. For example, in the food industry, by-products from meat processing might be used for animal feed or fertilizer. In the timber industry, sawdust and wood chips are by-products that can be used for particleboard, animal bedding, or as biofuel. Chemical and manufacturing processes often generate various by-products that can be refined or further processed to yield other useful substances. The classification and management of by-products are often subject to regulations, particularly concerning environmental impact and potential hazards.