Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, made up fishing nets and other made up nets, of textile materials

HS v2022 Code: 5608

About twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, made up fishing nets and other made up nets, of textile materials

HS code 5608 covers a diverse range of textile products, including twine, cordage, rope, knotted netting, and made-up fishing nets. These items play a crucial role in various industries, from construction and maritime operations to agriculture and sports. The global demand for these products is driven by their versatility, durability, and importance in supporting economic activities across multiple sectors.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 5608 typically involves a combination of spinning, braiding, and knotting techniques. Manufacturers may use natural fibers such as cotton, hemp, or sisal, as well as synthetic materials like polypropylene or nylon, to create the desired strength, texture, and performance characteristics. Advanced machinery, including specialized braiding and netting machines, is often employed to ensure consistent quality and efficient output.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 5608 include a variety of textile fibers, both natural and synthetic. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, such as spinning frames, braiding machines, and netting equipment, to transform these raw materials into the final products. Additionally, the industry may utilize dyes, coatings, and other processing chemicals to enhance the properties of the twine, cordage, and nets.

Production outputs

The products classified under HS code 5608 are widely used in numerous industries. Twine, cordage, and rope find applications in construction, agriculture, packaging, and maritime operations, among others. Knotted netting and made-up fishing nets are essential for the fishing and aquaculture sectors, while other types of nets may be used in sports, landscaping, and various industrial applications. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by manufacturers and end-users across 4015 Manufacture of rubber and plastic products, 1629 Manufacture of other products of wood; manufacture of articles of cork, straw and plaiting materials, and 0321 Marine fishing.

Family tree for twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, made up fishing nets and other made up nets, of textile materials

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/56'>56: Wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5608'>5608: Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, made up fishing nets and other made up nets, of textile materials</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5601'>5601: Wadding of textile materials and articles thereof; textile fibres, not exceeding 5 mm in length (flock), textile dust and mill neps</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5602'>5602: Felt; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5603'>5603: Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5604'>5604: Rubber thread and cord, textile covered; textile yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404, 5405; impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5605'>5605: Yarn; metallised, whether or not gimped, of textile yarn, or strip or the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, combined with metal in the form of thread, strip or powder or covered with metal</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5606'>5606: Yarn and strip and the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405, gimped (other than those of heading no. 5606 and gimped horsehair yarn); chenille yarn (including flock chenille yarn); loop wale-yarn</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5607'>5607: Twine, cordage, ropes and cables, whether or not plaited or braided; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed with rubber or plastics</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/5609'>5609: Articles of yarn, strip or the like of heading no. 5404 or 5405; twine, cordage, rope or cables n.e.c. or included</a>"]

    B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/560811'>560811: Twine, cordage or rope; fishing nets, made up, of man made textile materials</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/560819'>560819: Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, for other than fishing, of man-made textile materials</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/560890'>560890: Twine, cordage or rope; knotted netting, of other than man-made textiles</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level2
class B level4
class C level4
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level4
class K level6
class L level6
class M level6

  class B highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class B highlight