Man-made staple fibres

HS v2017 Code: 55

About man-made staple fibres

HS code 55 covers a wide range of man-made staple fibres, which are synthetic or artificial fibres that are produced in short, discrete lengths rather than as continuous filaments. These fibres play a crucial role in the global textile and apparel industry, providing a versatile and cost-effective alternative to natural fibres like cotton and wool. The man-made staple fibre industry is a significant contributor to the broader economy, supporting a range of downstream industries and enabling the production of a diverse array of textile products.

Production process

The production of man-made staple fibres typically involves a process known as extrusion. In this method, a polymer, such as polyester or nylon, is melted and then forced through a spinneret, which is a device with numerous small holes. As the molten polymer passes through the spinneret, it is drawn and cooled, forming continuous filaments. These filaments are then cut into short, discrete lengths, creating the staple fibres. Additional processing steps, such as crimping or texturing, may be used to impart specific properties to the fibres.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of man-made staple fibres include various polymers, such as polyester, nylon, acrylic, and rayon. These polymers are typically derived from petrochemicals or other chemical feedstocks. In addition to the raw materials, the industry also relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as extruders, spinnerets, and cutting devices, as well as energy sources and water for the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the man-made staple fibre industry are the fibres themselves, which are then used as inputs for a wide range of textile and apparel products. These fibres may be further processed, blended, or spun into yarns, which can then be woven or knitted into fabrics. The man-made staple fibres produced under HS code 55 may be consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 54 Man-made filaments, 56 Wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof, and 60 Knitted or crocheted fabrics.

Family tree for man-made staple fibres

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5501'>5501: Synthetic filament tow</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5502'>5502: Artificial filament tow</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5503'>5503: Synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5504'>5504: Artificial staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5505'>5505: Waste (including noils, yarn waste and garnetted stock), of man-made fibres</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5506'>5506: Synthetic staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5507'>5507: Artificial staple fibres, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5508'>5508: Sewing thread of man-made staple fibres, whether or not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5509'>5509: Yarn (other than sewing thread) of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5510'>5510: Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5511'>5511: Yarn (not sewing thread), of man-made staple fibres, put up for retail sale</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5512'>5512: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5513'>5513: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight not exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5514'>5514: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170g/m2</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5515'>5515: Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in chapter 55</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5516'>5516: Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibres</a>"]


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