Woven fabrics of flax

CPC v2.1 Code: 2656

About woven fabrics of flax

cpc code 2656 covers the production of woven fabrics made from flax, a natural fiber derived from the flax plant. Flax fabrics have a long history, dating back thousands of years, and are prized for their strength, durability, and natural luster. The flax weaving industry plays a significant role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing raw materials for a wide range of products, from high-end fashion to home furnishings.

Production process

The production of woven fabrics of flax involves several key steps. First, the flax fibers are harvested, retted (a process that separates the fibers from the plant's woody stems), and then spun into yarn. The yarn is then woven into a variety of fabric structures, ranging from lightweight linens to heavier, more durable fabrics. Weaving techniques can include plain weave, twill, and satin, among others, depending on the desired end-use of the fabric.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of woven fabrics of flax include the raw flax fibers, which are typically sourced from specialized flax-growing regions. Additionally, the industry relies on weaving machinery, such as looms, as well as various chemicals and dyes used in the finishing and treatment of the fabrics. Energy, labor, and transportation are also significant inputs in the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the woven fabrics of flax industry is, of course, the flax fabrics themselves. These fabrics are then consumed by a variety of downstream industries, including 1431 Clothing, 1439 Other textile products, and 3130 Furniture, where they are used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, from apparel and home textiles to industrial applications.

Family tree for woven fabrics of flax

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2'>2: Food products, beverages and tobacco; textiles, apparel and leather products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/26'>26: Yarn and thread; woven and tufted textile fabrics</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/265'>265: Woven fabrics (except special fabrics) of natural fibres other than cotton</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2656'>2656: Woven fabrics of flax</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2651'>2651: Woven fabrics of silk or of silk waste</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2652'>2652: Woven fabrics of carded wool or of carded fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2653'>2653: Woven fabrics of combed wool or of combed fine animal hair, containing 85% or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2654'>2654: Woven fabrics of wool or fine animal hair, containing less than 85% by weight of wool or fine animal hair</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2655'>2655: Woven fabrics of coarse animal hair or of horsehair</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2657'>2657: Woven fabrics of jute and other textile bast fibres (except flax, true hemp and ramie)</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2659'>2659: Woven fabrics of other vegetable textile fibres; woven fabrics of paper yarn</a>"]

    D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/26560'>26560: Woven fabrics of flax</a>"]


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