Buttons; of plastics, not covered with textile material

hs code 960621 covers the classification of plastic buttons that are not covered with textile material. This is an important industry within the broader manufacturing sector, as buttons are a ubiquitous component in the production of clothing, accessories, and various other consumer goods. The global plastic buttons market is expected to grow steadily in the coming years, driven by factors such as the increasing demand for cost-effective and durable fastening solutions across diverse industries.

The production of plastic buttons typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw plastic material, such as polyester or nylon, is melted and injected into molds to create the desired button shape and design. The molded buttons are then trimmed, polished, and coated if necessary to achieve the final product. Automated machinery is often used to streamline the manufacturing process and ensure consistent quality.

The main inputs required for the production of plastic buttons under hs code 960621 include the raw plastic resins, mold equipment, and various finishing materials such as coatings or dyes. Manufacturers may also require specialized machinery for the injection molding, trimming, and polishing stages of production. Additionally, skilled labor is necessary to operate the equipment and ensure efficient and quality-controlled manufacturing.

The primary output of the industry covered by hs code 960621 is plastic buttons that are not covered with textile material. These buttons are widely used in the production of clothing, accessories, and other consumer goods. Other industries that may consume the output of this industry include 950610 Buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners and press-studs, buttons moulds and other parts of these articles; button blanks, 950700 Slide fasteners and parts thereof, and 420329 Articles of leather or of composition leather, n.e.s., among others.