Wholesale of textiles, clothing and footwear

isic code 4641 covers the wholesale of textiles, clothing, and footwear, which is a crucial sector within the broader import/export industry. This industry plays a vital role in the global supply chain, connecting manufacturers and producers with retailers and consumers around the world. The wholesale of these essential consumer goods is a key driver of economic activity, facilitating the distribution of products that are in high demand across various markets.

The production techniques used in the wholesale of textiles, clothing, and footwear involve the procurement, storage, and distribution of these products. Wholesalers typically source their inventory from 1311 Preparation and spinning of textile fibers, 1312 Weaving of textiles, 1391 Manufacture of knitted and crocheted fabrics, 1392 Manufacture of made-up textile articles, except apparel, 1393 Manufacture of carpets and rugs, 1410 Manufacture of wearing apparel, except fur apparel, and 1520 Manufacture of footwear manufacturers. They then store and manage the inventory, ensuring the timely delivery of products to their retail customers.

The main inputs required for the wholesale of textiles, clothing, and footwear include a diverse range of raw materials, such as natural and synthetic fibers, fabrics, leathers, and other materials used in the production of these goods. Additionally, wholesalers require warehousing and logistics infrastructure, as well as a skilled workforce to manage the procurement, storage, and distribution of their inventory.

The primary outputs of the wholesale of textiles, clothing, and footwear are the distribution of these products to a wide range of retail outlets, including clothing stores, shoe stores, department stores, and other specialized retailers. The outputs of this industry are then consumed by 4771 Retail sale of clothing, footwear and leather articles in specialized stores and 4772 Retail sale of pharmaceutical and medical goods, cosmetic and toilet articles in specialized stores.