Finishing of textiles

isic code 1313, 'Finishing of textiles', encompasses a crucial industry within the broader textile manufacturing sector. This industry is responsible for the final processing and enhancement of textile materials, transforming raw fabrics into finished products ready for distribution and use. The finishing of textiles plays a vital role in the global economy, as it adds value to textile inputs and enables the production of a wide range of consumer and industrial goods.

The main production techniques used in the finishing of textiles industry include dyeing, printing, bleaching, and other chemical and mechanical processes. These techniques are employed to impart desired properties, such as color, pattern, texture, and durability, to the textile materials. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as dyeing machines, printing presses, and finishing ranges, are utilized to carry out these intricate processes.

The key inputs required for the finishing of textiles industry include raw textile materials, such as 1311 Preparation and spinning of textile fibers, 1312 Weaving of textiles, and 1391 Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics. Additionally, the industry relies on various chemicals, dyes, and auxiliaries, as well as energy sources and water for the various finishing processes.

The primary outputs of the finishing of textiles industry are finished textile products, such as dyed, printed, or otherwise treated fabrics, which are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 1392 Manufacture of made-up textile articles, except apparel, 1393 Manufacture of carpets and rugs, and 1410 Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparel.