Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt; plateaux and manchons of felt; hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material

CPC v2.1 Code: 28261

About hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt; plateaux and manchons of felt; hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material

cpc code 28261 covers the production of a variety of felt-based hat components and accessories. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader textile and apparel supply chain, providing essential inputs for the manufacture of hats, caps, and other headwear. As consumer demand for fashionable and functional headwear continues to grow, the importance of this industry in meeting global needs for these products remains significant.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve the shaping and assembly of felt materials. This includes the formation of hat bodies, hoods, plateaux, and manchons through felting processes. Additionally, hat shapes may be created by plaiting or assembling strips of various materials. These production methods require specialized machinery and skilled labor to ensure the quality and consistency of the final products.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry are raw felt materials, which can be produced from wool, fur, or synthetic fibers. Other key inputs include machinery for felting, shaping, and assembling the hat components, as well as any additional materials needed for finishing touches, such as trimmings or decorative elements. The availability and cost of these inputs can significantly impact the overall competitiveness of businesses operating within this industry.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the various felt-based hat components and accessories, including hat bodies, hoods, plateaux, and manchons. These products are then typically consumed by manufacturers of 65120 Headwear and other related 14120 Wearing apparel, except fur apparel industries, who incorporate them into the final headwear products. The versatility of these felt-based components allows them to be used in a wide range of hat styles and designs, catering to diverse consumer preferences.

Family tree for hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt; plateaux and manchons of felt; hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material

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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/v2-1/28'>28: Knitted or crocheted fabrics; wearing apparel</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/282'>282: Wearing apparel, except fur apparel</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/2826'>2826: Hats and headgear</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/28261'>28261: Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt; plateaux and manchons of felt; hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/28262'>28262: Hats and other headgear, of felt, or plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, or knitted or crocheted or made up from lace or other textile fabric in the piece; hair-nets</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/28269'>28269: Other headgear except headgear of rubber or of plastics, safety headgear and asbestos headgear; head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and chinstraps, for headgear</a>"]

    

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