Manufacture of man-made fibres

NACE v2.0 Code: C20.6

About manufacture of man-made fibres

NACE code 20.6 covers the manufacture of man-made fibres, a critical industry that plays a vital role in the global textile and apparel supply chain. These synthetic fibres, produced from chemical compounds, offer a range of advantages over natural fibres, including greater durability, consistency, and versatility. The man-made fibre industry is a significant contributor to the broader 13.0 Manufacture of textiles and 14.0 Manufacture of wearing apparel sectors, providing essential raw materials for a wide array of textile products.

Production process

The production of man-made fibres typically involves a multi-step process. First, chemical compounds such as polyesters, polyamides, or acrylics are synthesized. These compounds are then extruded through spinnerets, forming continuous filaments. The filaments may undergo further processing, such as drawing, crimping, or cutting, to create the desired fibre characteristics. Finally, the fibres are often subjected to finishing treatments to enhance their properties, such as dyeing or surface treatment.

Production inputs

The man-made fibre industry relies on a range of inputs, including petrochemical feedstocks, such as ethylene and propylene, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the extrusion, drawing, and finishing processes. Additionally, the industry may utilize various additives and chemicals to modify the properties of the fibres, such as dyes, lubricants, and antistatic agents.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the man-made fibre industry are a diverse range of synthetic fibres, which are then consumed by the 13.0 Manufacture of textiles and 14.0 Manufacture of wearing apparel sectors. These fibres can be used in a wide variety of textile products, including clothing, home furnishings, and industrial applications. The man-made fibre industry also produces intermediate products, such as tow and tops, which are further processed by other textile manufacturers.

Revisions to 20.6

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 20.6. The most recent 1 version of this code (20.6) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 20.6 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (20.6).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
203ISIC v4.0Manufacture of man-made fibres

Family tree for manufacture of man-made fibres

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20'>20: Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/6'>20.6: Manufacture of man-made fibres</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/1'>20.1: Manufacture of basic chemicals, fertilisers and nitrogen compounds, plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/2'>20.2: Manufacture of pesticides and other agrochemical products</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/3'>20.3: Manufacture of paints, varnishes and similar coatings, printing ink and mastics</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/4'>20.4: Manufacture of soap and detergents, cleaning and polishing preparations, perfumes and toilet preparations</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/5'>20.5: Manufacture of other chemical products</a>"]

    C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20/60'>20.60: Manufacture of man-made fibres</a>"]


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