Gloves, mittens and mitts (not knitted or crocheted)

HS code 621600 covers the import and export of gloves, mittens, and mitts that are not made through knitting or crocheting. This industry plays a crucial role in the global textile and apparel supply chain, providing essential protective equipment for a wide range of industries, from construction and manufacturing to healthcare and outdoor activities. The demand for these products is driven by factors such as workplace safety regulations, consumer preferences, and the need for durable and functional handwear.

The production of gloves, mittens, and mitts under HS code 621600 typically involves cutting and sewing various materials, such as leather, fabric, or synthetic materials. The key steps include pattern design, cutting the materials to size, and assembling the pieces through stitching or other joining methods. Specialized machinery, such as industrial sewing machines and cutting tools, are often used to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in the manufacturing process.

The main inputs required for the production of gloves, mittens, and mitts under HS code 621600 include raw materials like leather, fabric (e.g., cotton, polyester, nylon), and synthetic materials (e.g., rubber, plastic). Additionally, manufacturers may require various accessories, such as thread, fasteners (e.g., buttons, snaps), and reinforcing materials. Specialized equipment, including sewing machines, cutting tools, and quality control instruments, are also essential inputs for this industry.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 621600 are gloves, mittens, and mitts that are not made through knitting or crocheting. These products are often consumed by other industries, such as 420300 Articles of apparel, clothing accessories and other articles of leather or composition leather, 420500 Other articles of leather or of composition leather, and 420600 (Articles of gut (other than silkworm gut), of goldbeater's skin, of bladders or of tendons), which may incorporate these items into their own products or distribute them to end-users.