Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics

ISIC v4.0 Code: 1391

About manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics

isic code 1391, 'Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics', represents a vital industry within the broader textile and apparel sector. This industry is responsible for producing a wide range of knitted and crocheted fabrics, which are essential raw materials for the production of various textile products, including clothing, home furnishings, and industrial applications. The industry's importance is underscored by its role in supporting downstream industries and contributing to the overall economic activity.

Production process

The manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics primarily involves the use of knitting and crocheting techniques. Knitting is a process of interlocking loops of yarn or thread to create a fabric, while crocheting is a similar process that uses a hooked needle to create a fabric. These techniques can be carried out using a variety of machines, ranging from manual hand-operated machines to highly automated industrial knitting and crocheting machines. The choice of production method depends on factors such as the desired fabric characteristics, production volume, and the level of automation required.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics include natural and synthetic fibers, such as 1310 Preparation and spinning of textile fibers, 1320 Weaving of textiles, and 2030 Manufacture of man-made fibers. Additionally, the industry requires various types of knitting and crocheting machines, as well as auxiliary equipment like dyeing and finishing machines, to produce the final fabric products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the isic code 1391 'Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics' industry are the knitted and crocheted fabrics themselves. These fabrics are then consumed by various downstream industries, such as 1410 Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparel, 1420 Manufacture of articles of fur, and 1430 Manufacture of knitted and crocheted apparel, which use them as raw materials for the production of clothing, home textiles, and other textile-based products.

Family tree for manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics

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    A["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C'>C: Manufacturing</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/13'>13: Manufacture of textiles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/139'>139: Manufacture of other textiles</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/1391'>1391: Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/1392'>1392: Manufacture of made-up textile articles, except apparel</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/1393'>1393: Manufacture of carpets and rugs</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/1394'>1394: Manufacture of cordage, rope, twine and netting</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/C/1399'>1399: Manufacture of other textiles n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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