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

HS v2022 Code: 550959

About 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

HS code 550959 covers a specific type of yarn made from polyester staple fibers, which are mixed primarily or solely with other types of fibers not elsewhere classified in the 5509.5 category. This yarn is not intended for use as sewing thread and is not packaged for retail sale. The production and trade of this yarn is an important component of the broader textile and apparel industry, which is a significant contributor to the global economy.

Production process

The production of yarn covered under HS code 550959 typically involves a multi-step process. First, polyester staple fibers are blended with other types of fibers, such as cotton or wool, to create the desired fiber mix. The blended fibers are then carded to align and clean them, followed by drawing to further refine the fiber thickness and consistency. The fibers are then spun into yarn using specialized machinery, and the resulting yarn may undergo additional processing, such as twisting or winding, to impart specific characteristics.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of yarn under HS code 550959 include polyester staple fibers, other types of fibers (such as 500100 cotton, 510121 wool, or 530100 flax), and various machinery and equipment for the spinning, twisting, and winding processes. Additionally, energy, water, and skilled labor are important inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 550959 is the yarn itself, which can be used in a variety of textile and apparel applications. This yarn may be consumed by manufacturers of 551511 woven fabrics, 551521 knitted fabrics, or 620342 men's or boys' trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts, among other products.

Revisions to 550959

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 550959. The most recent 1 version of this code (550959) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 550959.

Family tree for 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

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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/v2022/550959'>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 --> 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/v2022/550953'>550953: Yarn; (not sewing thread), of polyester staple fibres, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, 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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