NAICS 315191 - Outerwear Knitting Mills
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) knitting outerwear; (2) knitting fabric and manufacturing outerwear; and (3) knitting, manufacturing, and finishing knit outerwear. Examples of products made in knit outerwear mills are shirts, shorts, sweat suits, sweaters, gloves, and pants.
Industry trends:
The outerwear knitting mills industry (NAICS 315191) is experiencing several qualitative trends that are heavily influencing its trajectory. One prominent trend is the growing consumer demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products. This has led many companies to adopt sustainable practices, using organic and recycled materials, as well as implementing energy-efficient manufacturing processes. Ethical production and transparency are becoming key differentiators, and brands that can effectively communicate their sustainability efforts are likely to gain a competitive edge.
Another significant trend is the integration of technology within the manufacturing process. Advanced knitting technologies, such as 3D knitting and seamless knitting, are allowing for more innovative design capabilities and reducing waste. The adoption of these technologies is expected to grow, improving efficiency and enabling more customization options for consumers.
In terms of market dynamics, the rise of e-commerce has had a profound impact on the outerwear knitting mills industry. Direct-to-consumer models are becoming increasingly popular, allowing brands to build stronger relationships with their customers and gather valuable data to tailor their offerings. This shift is also influencing the types of products that are in demand, with a preference for versatile, multifunctional garments that offer a blend of fashion and functionality.
Looking ahead, the industry is likely to see continued growth in athleisure and performance-oriented outerwear, driven by the increasing focus on health and wellness. Additionally, geopolitical factors and supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic may push many companies to rethink their supply chain strategies, potentially leading to more localized production to ensure resilience and reduce dependency on international suppliers.
This industry is comprised of:
Athletic clothing made in apparel knitting mills
Bathing suits made in apparel knitting mills
Beachwear made in apparel knitting mills
Blouses made in apparel knitting mills
Body stockings made in apparel knitting mills
Caps made in apparel knitting mills
Chemises made in apparel knitting mills
Clerical vestments made in apparel knitting mills
Collar and cuff sets made in apparel knitting mills
Dress and semidress gloves made in apparel knitting mills
Dresses made in apparel knitting mills
Dresses, hand-knit, manufacturing
Ensemble dresses made in apparel knitting mills
Gloves, knit, made in apparel knitting mills
Hats made in apparel knitting mills
Housecoats made in apparel knitting mills
Jackets made in apparel knitting mills
Jerseys made in apparel knitting mills
Jogging suits made in apparel knitting mills
Knit gloves made in apparel knitting mills
Leotards made in apparel knitting mills
Mittens, knit, made in apparel knitting mills
Mufflers made in apparel knitting mills
Neckties made in apparel knitting mills
Neckwear made in a apparel knitting mills
Outerwear handknitted for the trade
Pants, athletic, made in apparel knitting mills
Pants, outerwear, made in apparel knitting mills
Polo shirts made in apparel knitting mills
Prayer shawls made in apparel knitting mills
Scarves made in apparel knitting mills
Shirts, outerwear, made in apparel knitting mills
Shorts, outerwear, made in apparel knitting mills
Ski pants made in apparel knitting mills
Ski suits made in apparel knitting mills
Skirts made in apparel knitting mills
Slacks made in apparel knitting mills
Slacks, jean-cut casual, made in apparel knitting mills
Snowsuits made in apparel knitting mills
Sports clothing made in apparel knitting mills
Sports shirts made in apparel knitting mills
Suits made in apparel knitting mills
Sweat bands made in apparel knitting mills
Sweat pants made in apparel knitting mills
Sweat suits made in apparel knitting mills
Sweater jackets made in apparel knitting mills
Sweater vests made in apparel knitting mills
Sweaters made in apparel knitting mills
Sweatshirts made in apparel knitting mills
Swimsuits made in apparel knitting mills
Tank tops, outerwear, made in apparel knitting mills
Tennis shirts made in apparel knitting mills
Tennis skirts made in apparel knitting mills
Ties made in apparel knitting mills
Trousers made in apparel knitting mills
T-shirts, outerwear, made in apparel knitting mills
Uniforms, nontailored, made in apparel knitting mills
Warmup suits made in apparel knitting mills
Work gloves and mittens, knit, made in apparel knitting mills
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