Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines

CPC v2.1 Code: 4463

About machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines

cpc code 4463 encompasses a vital industry responsible for the production and maintenance of machinery used in the processing of hides, skins, and leather. This industry plays a crucial role in supporting the broader leather goods and footwear sectors, which are significant contributors to the global economy. The machinery produced under this code is essential for transforming raw materials into finished products, ensuring the availability of high-quality leather and leather-based goods for consumers worldwide.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve the design, engineering, and manufacturing of specialized machinery for various leather-working processes. This includes equipment for hide and skin preparation, tanning, finishing, and the production or repair of footwear and other leather articles. These machines often incorporate advanced technologies, such as automated systems and precision engineering, to ensure efficient and consistent output.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for this industry include a range of raw materials, such as metals, plastics, and electronic components, as well as specialized tools and components specific to the leather-working machinery. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, engineering expertise, and access to advanced manufacturing capabilities to produce the high-quality machinery demanded by its customers.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the various machines and equipment used in the leather-working and footwear production processes. These outputs are then consumed by 4419 Manufacture of leather and related products, 4520 Manufacture of footwear, and other related industries that require specialized machinery for their operations. The machinery produced under cpc code 4463 is essential for maintaining the quality and efficiency of these downstream industries.

Family tree for machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44'>44: Special-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/446'>446: Machinery for textile, apparel and leather production, and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4463'>4463: Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4461'>4461: Machinery for preparing, spinning, weaving and knitting textiles</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4462'>4462: Other machinery for textile and apparel production (including sewing machines)</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4464'>4464: Parts for the goods of class 4461; parts for the goods of subclass 44621 (including sewing machine needles and furniture, bases and covers for sewing machines); parts for the goods of subclass 44622; parts for the goods of subclass 44629, except parts of machinery for the manufacture or finishing of felt or nonwovens and blocks for making hats; parts for the goods of subclass 44630; parts of household or laundry-type washing machines and textile drying machines, each of a dry linen capacity not exceeding 10 kg</a>"]

    D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44630'>44630: Machinery for preparing, tanning or working hides, skins or leather or for making or repairing footwear or other articles of hides, skins or leather, other than sewing machines</a>"]


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