Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, whether or not made up

HS v2017 Code: 5703

About carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, whether or not made up

HS code 5703 covers a wide range of textile floor coverings, including carpets, rugs, and mats that are tufted or otherwise constructed using textile materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the global interior design and construction sectors, providing durable and aesthetically pleasing flooring solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional settings. As a significant contributor to the textile and furnishing industries, the products under HS code 5703 are in high demand worldwide, reflecting the ongoing need for functional and stylish floor coverings.

Production process

The production of tufted textile floor coverings typically involves a multi-step process. First, the base fabric, often made of jute, polypropylene, or other synthetic materials, is prepared. Yarn is then tufted or stitched into this base, creating the desired pattern and pile. The tufted fabric is then coated with a latex or other adhesive to secure the tufts and provide stability. Finally, the finished product may undergo additional processing, such as shearing, trimming, or the application of a backing material, to enhance its durability and appearance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of tufted textile floor coverings under HS code 5703 include a variety of textile fibers, such as wool, nylon, polyester, and acrylic, as well as synthetic backing materials like polypropylene and jute. Specialized tufting machines, adhesives, and finishing equipment are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating the machinery and executing the various production steps with precision.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 5703 are tufted carpets, rugs, and mats, which are used in a wide range of residential, commercial, and institutional settings. These products may be further classified under other HS codes, such as 5701 Carpets and other textile floor coverings, knotted, whether or not made up and 5702 Carpets and other textile floor coverings, woven, not tufted or flocked, whether or not made up, depending on their specific construction and characteristics. The tufted textile floor coverings produced under HS code 5703 are often consumed by the 4418 Builders' joinery and carpentry of wood, including cellular wood panels, assembled flooring panels, shingles and shakes and 9403 Furniture and parts thereof industries, among others.

Family tree for carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, whether or not made up

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/57'>57: Carpets and other textile floor coverings</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5703'>5703: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, whether or not made up</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5701'>5701: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; knotted, whether or not made up</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5702'>5702: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, including kelem, schumacks, karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5704'>5704: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; of felt, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/5705'>5705: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; n.e.c. in chapter 57, whether or not made up</a>"]

    B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/570310'>570310: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/570320'>570320: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, of nylon or other polyamides, whether or not made up</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/570330'>570330: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, of man-made textile materials (other than polyamides), whether or not made up</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/570390'>570390: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; tufted, of textile materials (other than man-made, wool or fine animal hair), whether or not made up</a>"]


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