Machinery; for manufacture or finishing felt or non-wovens in the piece or in shapes, including machinery for making felt hats, blocks for making hats

HS v2022 Code: 844900

About machinery; for manufacture or finishing felt or non-wovens in the piece or in shapes, including machinery for making felt hats, blocks for making hats

HS code 844900 covers a range of machinery used in the production and finishing of felt and non-woven fabrics. This industry plays a crucial role in the textile and apparel sectors, providing essential equipment for the manufacture of a wide variety of products, from clothing and accessories to industrial textiles. The machinery described under this code is integral to the global supply chain, enabling the efficient and high-quality production of materials that are in high demand across numerous industries.

Production process

The machinery classified under HS code 844900 is used for various stages of felt and non-woven fabric production. This includes machines for the mechanical entanglement of fibers to create non-woven textiles, as well as specialized equipment for the formation, consolidation, and finishing of felt fabrics. Key production techniques involve the use of needles, heat, and pressure to bond and shape the materials, resulting in a diverse range of products with unique properties and applications.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the machinery described in HS code 844900 include a variety of raw materials, such as natural and synthetic fibers, as well as the necessary power sources, control systems, and ancillary equipment to operate the machines effectively. Manufacturers of this equipment also rely on advanced engineering and design capabilities to develop innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the textile industry.

Production outputs

The machinery classified under HS code 844900 is used to produce a wide range of felt and non-woven fabrics, which are then consumed by various downstream industries. These outputs may be further processed or incorporated into a diverse array of products, including 650500 Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, 630790 Made-up articles, including dress patterns, and 560312 Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments.

Revisions to 844900

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 844900. The most recent 1 version of this code (844900) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 844900.

Family tree for machinery; for manufacture or finishing felt or non-wovens in the piece or in shapes, including machinery for making felt hats, blocks for making hats

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/844900'>844900: Machinery; for manufacture or finishing felt or non-wovens in the piece or in shapes, including machinery for making felt hats, blocks for making hats</a>"]

    
    

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