Refers to products derived from animals, such as meat, dairy, eggs, leather, or wool. Often used in agricultural, dietary, or trade contexts.
This factory processes animal products.
Imports of animal products are increasing.
畜産物 specifically means livestock products (meat, milk, eggs, etc.), while 動物性生産品 is a broader term that can include non-food animal products like leather or wool.
Compound of 動物性 (どうぶつせい, 'animal-derived') + 生産品 (せいさんひん, 'product'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the components are transparent.