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

HS code 631010 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 collected, sorted, and repurposed for various applications. The recycling and reuse of these textile-based products help reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and contribute to sustainable manufacturing practices across multiple industries.

The production process for HS code 631010 typically involves the collection, sorting, and processing of used or new textile waste materials. Rags, twine, cordage, rope, and cables are gathered from various sources, such as households, industrial facilities, and textile manufacturers. These materials are then sorted by type, color, and condition, ensuring that they can be effectively repurposed. The sorted materials may undergo further processing, such as cutting, shredding, or baling, to prepare them for use in various applications.

The main inputs required for the industry covered by HS code 631010 are the used or new textile waste materials, including rags, twine, cordage, rope, and cables. These materials are typically sourced from a variety of channels, such as collection programs, waste management services, and direct partnerships with textile manufacturers and retailers. In addition to the raw textile materials, the industry may also require machinery and equipment for sorting, processing, and packaging the recycled products.

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 631010 are the recycled and repurposed textile materials, which can be used in a wide range of applications. These materials may be used as wiping rags, insulation, padding, or as inputs for the production of 650500 (Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made up from lace, felt or other textile fabric, in the piece (but not in strips), whether or not lined or trimmed), 630900 Worn clothing and other worn articles, or 560311 Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments: Of man-made filaments: Weighing not more than 25 g/m².