Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; gimped, (other than those of heading no. 5406 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn

HS code 560600 covers a diverse range of textile products, including yarn, strip, and related items. These materials are essential components in the manufacturing of various textile goods, from clothing and home furnishings to industrial applications. The industry plays a crucial role in the global textile supply chain, providing the raw materials necessary for the production of a wide array of consumer and commercial products.

The production of the items under HS code 560600 typically involves a combination of spinning, twisting, and finishing processes. Yarn and strip are often produced through the spinning of natural or synthetic fibers, while gimped and chenille yarns are created through specialized techniques that involve wrapping or looping the yarn around a core. These production methods require specialized machinery and skilled labor to ensure the consistent quality and performance of the final products.

The main inputs for the industry covered by HS code 560600 include natural and synthetic fibers, such as cotton, wool, polyester, and nylon. Additionally, the production process may require various chemicals, dyes, and finishing agents to impart specific properties to the yarns and strips. Machinery, such as spinning frames, twisting machines, and finishing equipment, are also essential inputs for this industry.

The outputs of the industry under HS code 560600 are primarily used as inputs for the production of a wide range of textile products. The yarns, strips, and related items are often consumed by manufacturers of 520100 Woven fabrics of cotton, 540700 Woven fabrics of man-made filament yarn, and 580610 (Narrow woven fabrics, other than goods of heading 58.07; narrow fabrics consisting of warp without weft assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)), among others. These intermediate textile products are essential for the creation of clothing, home textiles, and industrial textiles.