Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale

HS v2017 Code: 551020

About yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale

HS code 551020 covers the production and trade of a specialized yarn made from a blend of artificial staple fibers and wool or fine animal hair. This yarn is an important input for various textile and apparel industries, as it combines the desirable properties of synthetic and natural fibers to create fabrics with unique characteristics. The global market for this type of yarn has seen steady growth in recent years, driven by rising consumer demand for high-quality, durable, and sustainable textile products.

Production process

The production of HS 551020 yarn typically involves a multi-step process. First, the artificial staple fibers and wool or fine animal hair are blended and carded to create a homogeneous fiber mix. The fibers are then spun into yarn using specialized spinning machinery, which can involve techniques such as ring spinning or open-end spinning. The resulting yarn may undergo additional processing, such as twisting or plying, to enhance its strength, texture, and other properties.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS 551020 yarn include artificial staple fibers, such as polyester or rayon, as well as wool or fine animal hair, such as cashmere or mohair. Additionally, the manufacturing process requires specialized spinning equipment, as well as energy, water, and other supporting resources. The availability and quality of these raw materials and production resources can significantly impact the overall output and competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS 551020 is a blended yarn that can be used in the production of a wide range of textile products, including apparel, home furnishings, and industrial textiles. This yarn may be further processed or woven into fabrics that are then consumed by 611000 Apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted, 620000 Apparel and clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted, or 630000 Other made-up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags industries.

Revisions to 551020

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 551020. The most recent 1 version of this code (551020) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 551020 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5510'>5510: Yarn (other than sewing thread) of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551020'>551020: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551011'>551011: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of artificial staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551012'>551012: Yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of artificial staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551030'>551030: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/551090'>551090: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of artificial staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres (other than wool, fine animal hair or cotton), not put up for retail sale</a>"]

    

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