Cotton yarn; (not sewing thread), containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, put up for retail sale

HS code 520710 covers cotton yarn containing 85% or more cotton by weight, put up for retail sale. This industry is a crucial component of the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing the raw material for a wide range of consumer and industrial products. Cotton yarn production is a labor-intensive process that has been a mainstay of many developing economies, contributing significantly to employment and economic growth.

The production of cotton yarn under HS code 520710 involves several key steps. First, raw cotton fibers are harvested, cleaned, and sorted by quality. The fibers are then spun into continuous yarn using specialized machinery such as spinning frames and ring frames. The yarn may undergo additional processing, such as dyeing, bleaching, or mercerization, to impart desired properties. Finally, the finished yarn is wound onto bobbins or skeins and packaged for retail sale.

The primary input for the production of cotton yarn under HS code 520710 is, of course, raw cotton. Cotton is a natural fiber that is grown in many parts of the world, with major producers including 520100 Cotton, not carded or combed. In addition to the raw cotton, the industry also requires specialized machinery and equipment, such as spinning frames, winding machines, and dyeing equipment. Energy, water, and labor are also significant inputs in the production process.

The main output of the industry covered by HS code 520710 is cotton yarn, which is then used as an input for a variety of downstream industries. This includes the production of 520921 Cotton fabrics, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, weighing more than 200 g/m², 610510 Men's or boys' shirts, knitted or crocheted, of cotton, and 630231 Bed linen, of cotton, among many other textile and apparel products.