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

HS v2017 Code: 631090

About 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

HS code 631090 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 or recycled for various applications. The trade and processing of these items are essential for reducing textile waste and promoting sustainable practices within the broader textile and manufacturing sectors.

Production process

The production techniques for items under HS code 631090 typically involve the collection, sorting, and processing of used or discarded 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.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include the collection of used or discarded textile materials, such as clothing, household linens, and industrial textiles. Additionally, machinery and equipment for sorting, cleaning, and processing the materials may be necessary, along with labor and transportation resources to facilitate the collection and distribution of these goods.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the repurposed or recycled textile materials, which can be used in a variety of applications. These may include 560890 Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, 630900 Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, or 630900 Insulation materials. The processed materials may also be exported to other countries for further processing or end-use consumption.

Revisions to 631090

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 631090. The most recent 1 version of this code (631090) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 631090 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

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; other than sorted

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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>"]
B --> C["<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>"]

    B --> D["<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>"]

    

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