Tapestries; hand-woven, (Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, Beauvais and the like) and needle-worked tapestries (e.g. petit point, cross-stitch) whether or not made up

HS code 580500 covers a diverse range of hand-woven and needle-worked tapestries, including the renowned Gobelins, Flanders, Aubusson, and Beauvais varieties. These intricate textile artworks hold significant cultural and historical value, serving as both decorative and functional elements in various settings. The tapestry industry plays a crucial role in preserving traditional craftsmanship and contributing to the broader textile and home furnishings sectors.

The production of tapestries under HS code 580500 involves highly skilled and labor-intensive techniques. Hand-woven tapestries are created using a loom, where weft threads are interwoven with the warp threads to form the desired design and pattern. Needle-worked tapestries, such as petit point and cross-stitch, are meticulously crafted by hand, with each stitch carefully placed to create the intricate imagery. These production methods require extensive training, patience, and attention to detail to achieve the exceptional quality and artistry associated with these textile masterpieces.

The main inputs for the tapestry industry under HS code 580500 include high-quality natural fibers, such as wool, silk, and cotton, as well as specialized dyes and pigments to achieve the desired color palette. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized looms, needles, and other tools to facilitate the intricate weaving and embroidery processes. Skilled artisans and weavers are the most critical input, as their expertise and craftsmanship are essential to the production of these unique and valuable tapestries.

The primary output of the tapestry industry under HS code 580500 is the finished tapestry itself, which can be used for a variety of purposes, including wall hangings, furniture upholstery, and decorative accents. These tapestries may be consumed by 940500 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings and 940600 Prefabricated buildings industries, as well as the broader 950400 (Articles and equipment for general physical exercise, gymnastics, athletics, other sports (including table-tennis) or outdoor games, not specified or included elsewhere in this Chapter; swimming pools and paddling pools) and 950700 Fairground amusements; travelling circuses, travelling menageries and travelling theatres sectors, where they can be used to enhance the ambiance and aesthetics of various settings.