Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials

HS v2017 Code: 6310

About rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials

HS code 6310 covers a diverse range of textile waste and scrap materials, including used or new rags, twine, cordage, rope, and cables. This industry plays a crucial role in the circular economy, as these materials are often repurposed and recycled for various applications. The trade in 6310 items facilitates the efficient utilization of textile resources, reducing waste and promoting sustainability across a wide range of industries.

Production process

The production of 6310 items typically involves the collection, sorting, and processing of used or scrap textile materials. This may include manual or automated sorting processes to separate different types of textiles, as well as cleaning, cutting, and baling operations to prepare the materials for further use or recycling. Some 6310 items may also undergo additional processing, such as shredding or felting, to create new products like insulation or padding materials.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the 6310 industry are used or scrap textile materials, including clothing, linens, and industrial textiles. These materials are often sourced from households, businesses, and textile manufacturers. Additionally, the industry may require specialized equipment for sorting, cleaning, and processing the collected textiles, as well as transportation and storage facilities to handle the materials.

Production outputs

The outputs of the 6310 industry include a wide range of recycled and repurposed textile products, such as wiping rags, insulation materials, and raw materials for the production of new textiles. These outputs may be consumed by various industries, including 5601 Wadding, felt and nonwovens; special yarns, twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof, 6307 Other made-up textile articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags, and 5902 Tyre cord fabric of high tenacity yarn of nylon or other polyamides, polyesters or viscose rayon.

Family tree for rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials

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    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/v2017/6310'>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>"]

    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/v2017/6309'>6309: Textiles; worn clothing and other worn articles</a>"]

    B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/631010'>631010: Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; sorted</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/631090'>631090: Rags; used or new, scrap twine, cordage, rope and cables and worn out articles of twine, cordage, rope or cables, of textile materials; other than sorted</a>"]


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