Wood; clothes hangers

HS code 442110 covers the production of wooden clothes hangers, an essential component of the global apparel and textile industry. These hangers play a crucial role in the storage, transportation, and display of garments, making them a vital link in the supply chain. The demand for high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing clothes hangers continues to grow, driven by the expanding retail and e-commerce sectors, as well as the increasing focus on sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions.

The production of wooden clothes hangers typically involves a multi-step process. The primary raw material, wood, is sourced and processed into the desired shapes and sizes. This may involve cutting, shaping, and sanding the wood to create the hanger's basic form. Specialized machinery is often used to ensure consistent quality and efficiency. The hangers may then undergo additional finishing processes, such as painting, lacquering, or the application of other decorative elements, to enhance their appearance and durability.

The main inputs required for the production of wooden clothes hangers include high-quality hardwood, such as oak, maple, or beech, as well as various tools and machinery for the manufacturing process. This may include saws, lathes, sanders, and other specialized equipment. Additionally, paints, lacquers, and other finishing materials may be required to enhance the final product.

The primary output of HS code 442110 is wooden clothes hangers, which are then consumed by various industries, including 440000 Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal, 450000 Cork and articles of cork, and 940000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings. These hangers are essential for the storage, transportation, and display of garments in the apparel, retail, and e-commerce sectors.