North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 2002

• 31-33 - Manufacturing
• 325 - Chemical Manufacturing
• 3252 - Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibres and Filaments Manufacturing

32522 - Artificial and Synthetic Fibres and Filaments Manufacturing^CAN

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing artificial and synthetic fibres and filaments in the form of monofilament, filament yarn, staple or tow. Artificial fibres are made from organic polymers derived from natural raw materials, mainly cellulose. Synthetic fibres are generally derived from petrochemicals. Establishments that both manufacture and texture fibres are included.