Fibres; waste (including noils, yarn waste and garnetted stock), of synthetic fibres

HS code 550510 covers the classification of synthetic fibre waste, including noils, yarn waste, and garnetted stock. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader textile and apparel supply chain, as it provides a valuable source of raw materials for the production of new synthetic textiles and other products. The efficient management and utilization of this waste stream contribute to the sustainability and circularity of the textile industry.

The production of synthetic fibre waste typically involves the collection, sorting, and processing of various types of waste materials. This may include the separation of different fibre types, the removal of contaminants, and the mechanical or chemical treatment of the waste to prepare it for reuse. The specific techniques employed can vary depending on the type and quality of the waste, as well as the intended end-use applications.

The main inputs required for the production of synthetic fibre waste include the waste materials themselves, which can come from a variety of sources, such as textile manufacturing, garment production, and post-consumer waste. Additionally, the industry may rely on specialized machinery and equipment for the sorting, cleaning, and processing of the waste materials. Energy and water resources may also be required, depending on the specific production methods used.

The primary output of HS code 550510 is the processed synthetic fibre waste, which can be used as a raw material for the production of new textiles, nonwoven fabrics, insulation materials, and other products. These outputs may be consumed by industries classified under other HS codes, such as 550320 Fibres; artificial, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning, 560311 Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated: Of man-made filaments: Weighing not more than 25 g/m², and 680610 Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials, other than those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69: Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools, among others.