Fibres; synthetic staple fibres, of polyesters, carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

HS code 550620 covers synthetic staple fibers of polyesters that have been carded, combed, or otherwise processed for spinning. These fibers are a crucial component in the textile and apparel industries, providing a versatile and durable material for a wide range of products. The global demand for polyester staple fibers has been steadily increasing, driven by factors such as population growth, rising disposable incomes, and the growing preference for synthetic fabrics in various applications.

The production of polyester staple fibers under HS code 550620 typically involves a multi-step process. First, polyester chips or pellets are melted and extruded through spinnerets to form continuous filaments. These filaments are then drawn, cooled, and cut into short staple fibers of the desired length. The staple fibers are then carded, combed, and otherwise processed to align and prepare them for spinning into yarns or other textile applications.

The main inputs required for the production of polyester staple fibers under HS code 550620 include polyester chips or pellets, which serve as the raw material. Additionally, specialized machinery such as extruders, spinnerets, and carding/combing equipment are essential for the various processing steps. Energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are also necessary to power the production facilities.

The primary output of HS code 550620 is polyester staple fibers, which are then used as a raw material in the production of a wide range of textile products. These fibers can be further processed into yarns, fabrics, and garments, and are commonly used in applications such as clothing, home textiles, and industrial textiles. Other HS codes that may consume the output of 550620 include 540233 Filament yarn of polyester, partially oriented, 540247 Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading 54.04, and 551219 Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments, among others.