32522M Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the following North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) industries:

  1. 325221 Cellulosic Organic Fiber Manufacturing and
  2. 325222 Noncellulosic Organic Fiber Manufacturing.

325221 Cellulosic Organic Fiber Manufacturing

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following manufacturing activities:

  1. cellulosic (i.e., rayon and acetate) fibers and filaments in the form of monofilament, filament yarn, staple, or tow or
  2. manufacturing and texturizing cellulosic fibers and filaments.

325222 Noncellulosic Organic Fiber Manufacturing

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following manufacturing activities:

  1. noncellulosic (i.e., nylon, polyolefin, and polyester) fibers and filaments in the form of monofilament, filament yarn, staple, or tow, or
  2. manufacturing and texturizing noncellulosic fibers and filaments.