Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 550953

About yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale

HS code 550953 covers a critical component of the textile and apparel industry - yarn made from a blend of polyester staple fibers and cotton. This type of yarn is widely used in the production of a variety of fabrics, from clothing to home textiles. As a versatile and cost-effective material, 550953 yarn plays a significant role in global trade and the broader textile supply chain.

Production process

The production of 550953 yarn typically involves a multi-step process. First, polyester staple fibers and cotton fibers are blended together. The blended fibers then undergo carding, a process that aligns and cleans the fibers. Next, the fibers are drawn into a continuous strand and twisted to create the yarn. Finally, the yarn may undergo additional processing, such as dyeing or finishing, before being woven or knitted into fabrics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of 550953 yarn include polyester staple fibers, cotton fibers, and various processing equipment such as carding machines, spinning frames, and dyeing/finishing machinery. The quality and availability of these raw materials and equipment are crucial factors in determining the overall output and competitiveness of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 550953 is yarn that can be used in the production of a wide range of textile products, including 520100 Cotton, 540200 Synthetic filament yarn, and 540700 Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarn. This yarn is an essential component in the manufacturing of clothing, home furnishings, and other textile-based goods, making it an important input for numerous downstream industries.

Revisions to 550953

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 550953. The most recent 1 version of this code (550953) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 550953.

Family tree for yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/55'>55: Man-made staple fibres</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5509'>5509: Yarn (other than sewing thread) of synthetic staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550953'>550953: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550911'>550911: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550912'>550912: Yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550921'>550921: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550922'>550922: Yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550931'>550931: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550932'>550932: Yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550941'>550941: Yarn; (not sewing thread), single, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550942'>550942: Yarn; (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550951'>550951: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with artificial staple fibres, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550952'>550952: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550959'>550959: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.5, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550961'>550961: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550962'>550962: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550969'>550969: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres n.e.c. in item no. 5509.6, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550991'>550991: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> S["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550992'>550992: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale</a>"]
B --> T["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/550999'>550999: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of synthetic staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with fibres (other than wool, fine animal hair or cotton), n.e.c. in heading no. 5509, not put up for retail sale</a>"]

    

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