Manufacture of articles of fur

NACE code 14.20 covers the manufacture of articles of fur, an important industry within the broader textile and apparel sector. Fur products have long been associated with luxury and high-end fashion, and the global fur trade remains a significant economic activity, particularly in regions with abundant fur-bearing wildlife populations. This industry plays a crucial role in providing materials for a range of consumer and industrial applications, from clothing and accessories to home furnishings and specialty items.

The manufacture of fur articles typically involves several key steps. First, raw fur pelts are obtained, either through trapping, hunting, or fur farming. These pelts are then cleaned, sorted, and graded based on factors like fur quality, color, and size. Next, the pelts undergo tanning and dressing processes to preserve the fur and prepare it for further processing. Skilled artisans then cut, sew, and assemble the fur into a variety of finished products, such as coats, hats, gloves, and trimmings.

The primary inputs for the fur manufacturing industry include the raw fur pelts themselves, as well as various chemicals, dyes, and other materials used in the tanning, dressing, and finishing processes. Specialized machinery, such as fur cutting and sewing equipment, is also essential for the production of fur articles. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of furriers, pattern makers, and other specialized labor to transform the raw materials into high-quality fur products.

The primary outputs of the fur manufacturing industry are finished fur articles, including coats, jackets, hats, gloves, and other accessories. These products are often consumed by the 14.11 Manufacture of leather clothes and 14.19 Manufacture of other wearing apparel and accessories industries, which incorporate fur into their own product lines. Fur articles may also be used in the 31.09 Manufacture of other furniture industry for home furnishings and decorative items.