Cotton; sewing thread, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale

HS code 520419 covers cotton sewing thread containing less than 85% cotton by weight, which is not put up for retail sale. This type of sewing thread is an essential component in the textile and apparel industries, facilitating the assembly and construction of a wide range of fabric-based products. As a key input for manufacturers, the global trade in 520419 cotton sewing thread plays a vital role in supporting the broader textile value chain and international commerce.

The production of HS code 520419 cotton sewing thread typically involves a multi-step process. First, cotton fibers are spun into yarn, which is then twisted and plied to create the desired thread thickness and strength. The thread may then undergo additional processing, such as dyeing, waxing, or coating, to impart specific properties or characteristics. Finally, the finished thread is wound onto spools or packaged for distribution and sale to textile manufacturers and other industrial consumers.

The primary input for the production of HS code 520419 cotton sewing thread is, of course, cotton fiber. Manufacturers may source cotton from both domestic and international markets, depending on availability and cost considerations. In addition to the raw cotton, the production process also requires specialized machinery, such as spinning frames, twisting machines, and winding equipment. Energy, water, and various chemical additives may also be necessary inputs, depending on the specific thread characteristics being produced.

The primary output of HS code 520419 is cotton sewing thread, which is then consumed by a variety of industries, including 520942 Woven fabrics of cotton, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers, weighing more than 200 g/m², 621710 Made up clothing accessories; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212, and 630790 Textiles, made up articles; n.e.s. in chapter 63. This cotton sewing thread is an essential component in the production of a wide range of textile-based products, from apparel and home furnishings to industrial applications.