Textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles

HS v2017 Code: 6309

About textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles

HS code 6309 covers a diverse range of textiles, including worn clothing and other used textile articles. This industry plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing a sustainable solution for the recycling and repurposing of textile waste. The trade in used textiles is a significant economic activity, with millions of tons of clothing and other textile products being exported and imported worldwide each year.

Production process

The production techniques involved in this industry primarily focus on the collection, sorting, and processing of used textile articles. Garments and other textile items are carefully sorted by material, condition, and intended end-use. They may undergo cleaning, repair, or minor alterations before being packaged and prepared for export. In some cases, the textiles may be further processed, such as being cut into rags or shredded for use as industrial wiping cloths or insulation materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry are the used textile articles themselves, which are typically collected from various sources, such as thrift stores, donation centers, and household waste streams. Additionally, the industry may require specialized equipment for sorting, cleaning, and processing the textiles, as well as transportation and logistics services to facilitate the movement of goods.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the recycled and repurposed textile products, which can be exported and sold to a variety of 6310 Textiles; worn clothing and other worn textile articles; rags, 6307 Textiles; other made-up textile articles, sets, worn clothing and worn textile articles, and 6304 Textiles; furnishing articles, not elsewhere specified or included. These products may be used for a wide range of applications, including industrial wiping cloths, insulation materials, and the production of new textile goods.

Family tree for textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/63'>63: Textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6309'>6309: Textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6301'>6301: Blankets and travelling rugs</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6302'>6302: Bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6303'>6303: Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds; curtain or bed valances</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6304'>6304: Furnishing articles; excluding those of heading no. 9404</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6305'>6305: Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6306'>6306: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents; sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6307'>6307: Textiles; made up articles n.e.c. in chapter 63, including dress patterns</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6308'>6308: Textiles; sets of woven fabric and yarn, with or without accessories, for making into rugs, tapestries, embroidered tablecloths, serviettes and similar textile articles, in packings for retail sale</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/6310'>6310: Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials</a>"]

    B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/630900'>630900: Clothing; worn, and other worn articles</a>"]


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