Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturingin USA
USA Market Research and Industry Report
5 November 2007
Industry Code : 32522
This industry consists of establishments primarily engaged in (1) manufacturing cellulosic and noncellulosic fibers and filaments in the form of monofilament, filament yarn, staple, or tow or (2) manufacturing and texturing cellulosic and noncellulosic fibers and filaments. Cellulosic fibers manufactured in this industry are produced from tree or plant materials. Rayon, acetate, and lyocell are primary cellulosic fibers. The main synthetic fibers - polyester, nylon, acrylic, polyolefin, and spandex - are produced from refined petroleum or natural gas. Noncellulosic organic fibers include acrylic fibers and filaments, acrylonitrile fibers and filaments, nylon fibers, polyester fibers, polyvinyl ester fibers, and spandex fiber.
The major products and services in this industry are:
- | Noncellulosic organic fibers |
- | Cellulosic organic fibers | |
The primary activities of this industry are:
- | Manufacture of cellulosic and noncellulosic fibers and filaments | |
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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.