Industry Description
This industry comprises establishments commonly referred to as contractors primarily engaged in (1) cutting materials owned by others for apparel and accessories and/or (2) sewing materials owned by others for apparel and accessories.
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Business Examples
Common types of business activities within NAICS 315210 - Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors are:
- Bandeaux cut and sew apparel contractors
- Wedding dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Tuxedos cut and sew apparel contractors
- Garter belts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ascots cut and sew apparel contractors
- Aprons, waterproof (including rubberized fabric, plastics), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Drawers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jeans cut and sew apparel contractors
- Medical service apparel cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clothing, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coats, nontailored service apparel (e.g., laboratory, medical, mechanics'), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Underwear shorts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Overall jackets, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Vests cut and sew apparel contractors
- Nightgowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Pleating contractors on apparel
- Gowns (e.g., academic, choir, clerical) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Briefs cut and sew apparel contractors
- Team athletic uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Millinery trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Foundation garments cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dress trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Linings, hat, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Contractors, cut and sew apparel
- Hunting coats and vests cut and sew apparel contractors
- Pajamas cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bibs and aprons, waterproof (e.g., plastics, rubber, similar materials), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniforms, band, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bow ties cut and sew apparel contractors
- Washable service apparel (e.g., barbers', hospital, professional) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Maternity bras and corsets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Cummerbunds cut and sew apparel contractors
- Athletic clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clothing, water-repellent, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Eyelet making contractors on apparel
- Bridal dresses or gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Capes cut and sew apparel contractors
- Union suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Culottes cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hats (e.g., cloth, fur, fur-felt, leather, straw, wool-felt) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clothing, water resistant, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Training pants (i.e., underwear) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jerseys cut and sew apparel contractors
- Baseball uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Blouses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweater vests cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bra-slips cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jumpsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Work gloves, leather, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Windbreakers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coat trimmings, fabric, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Teddies cut and sew apparel contractors
- Camisoles cut and sew apparel contractors
- Down-filled clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Water resistant outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Laboratory coats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ponchos and similar waterproof raincoats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Shirts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Fur clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jean-cut casual slacks cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clerical vestments cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clothing, waterproof, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Trimmings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Opera hats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Pants (e.g., athletic, dress, leather, sweat, waterproof outerwear, work) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Leather gloves or mittens (except athletic) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sport coats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Mittens (e.g., leather, woven or knit) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Clothing, leather or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bathrobes cut and sew apparel contractors
- Tennis skirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Collar and cuff sets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Appliqueing on apparel
- Body stockings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hats, trimmed, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dungarees cut and sew apparel contractors
- Formal jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jackets, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweater jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Leotards cut and sew apparel contractors
- Warmup suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hat bodies (e.g., fur-felt, straw, wool-felt) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Brassieres cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sport coats, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Nightshirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Cut and sew apparel contractors
- Suit trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dickeys cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dusters (i.e., apparel) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Graduation caps and gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Water-repellent outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Handkerchiefs (except paper) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Industrial garments cut and sew apparel contractors
- Melton jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Robes, lounging, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Swimsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jackets, leather (except welders') or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniforms, team athletic, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jackets, service apparel (e.g., laboratory, medical), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Barbers' service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Skirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Field jackets, military, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Baseball caps (except plastics) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Slips cut and sew apparel contractors
- Work shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Gowns, formal, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Pants outfits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Fur plates and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Band uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Chemises cut and sew apparel contractors
- Millinery cut and sew apparel contractors
- Fur finishers, liners, and buttonhole makers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Caps (i.e., apparel accessory) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Scarves cut and sew apparel contractors
- Slacks cut and sew apparel contractors
- Topcoats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Riding clothes cut and sew apparel contractors
- Findings, suit and coat (e.g., coat fronts, pockets), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Snowsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Arm bands cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sport shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Buttonhole making, fur goods, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Water resistant apparel cut and sew apparel contractors
- Buttonholing and button covering apparel contractors
- Bedjackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Chauffeurs' hats and caps cut and sew apparel contractors
- Vestments, academic and clerical, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ski suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Overcoats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sports clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hat findings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dress and semidress gloves cut and sew apparel contractors
- Glove linings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Prayer shawls cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweaters cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweat pants cut and sew apparel contractors
- Fur accessories and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Work pants cut and sew apparel contractors
- Plastics rainwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Tennis shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniforms, dress (e.g., military, police, fire fighter), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hospital service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Overalls, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweatshirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Basketball uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Knickers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Neckpieces, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ski pants cut and sew apparel contractors
- Caps, textiles, straw, fur-felt, and wool-felt, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Diaper covers, water resistant and waterproof, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Raincoats (e.g., water resistant, waterproof, water-repellent) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Headbands cut and sew apparel contractors
- Gloves and mittens (except athletic), leather, fabric, fur, or combinations, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Girdles cut and sew apparel contractors
- Belts, money, any material, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Middies cut and sew apparel contractors
- Flannel shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Cutting fabric owned by others for apparel
- Rompers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Professional service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Suspenders cut and sew apparel contractors
- Underwear shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Trousers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Feather-filled clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Theatrical costumes cut and sew apparel contractors
- Athletic uniforms, team, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Lingerie cut and sew apparel contractors
- Lounging robes and dressing gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Corselets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coats, waterproof (i.e., plastics, rubberized fabric, similar materials), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Garters cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ties cut and sew apparel contractors
- Apparel cut and sew contractors
- Neckties cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sewing fabric owned by others for apparel
- Sweat suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Nightwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Underwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Caftans cut and sew apparel contractors
- T-shirts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Leather clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
- Buttonhole making apparel contractors
- Pantsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Corsets and allied garments (except surgical) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniforms, nontailored, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Gowns, hospital, surgical and patient, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Waterproof outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bakers' service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coat linings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Mufflers cut and sew apparel contractors
- Police uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Plastics gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Burial garments cut and sew apparel contractors
- Shorts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Knit gloves cut and sew apparel contractors
- Garments, leather or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Housecoats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Apparel, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Fur apparel (e.g., capes, coats, hats, jackets, neckpieces) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Firefighters' dress uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Aprons, work (except leather), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Ensemble dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Tank tops cut and sew apparel contractors
- Police caps and hats (except protective head gear) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Caps and gowns, academic, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coats (e.g., tailored, fur, artificial leather, leather, sheep-lined), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Infants' cut and sew apparel contractors
- Military dress uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
- Polo shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hat linings and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Bathing suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Coveralls, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Costumes (e.g., lodge, masquerade, theatrical) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jogging suits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Vests, leather, fur, or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sweat bands cut and sew apparel contractors
- Suits (i.e., nontailored, tailored, work) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Slacks, jean-cut casual, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Sport coats, leather (including artificial and tailored), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dressing gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
- Panty girdles cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniform shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
- Dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Apparel trimmings and findings cut and sew apparel contractors
- T-shirts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Gloves and mittens, woven or knit, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Panties cut and sew apparel contractors
- Beachwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Neckwear cut and sew apparel contractors
- Buntings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Gowns, wedding, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Mackinaws cut and sew apparel contractors
- Shirts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Jackets, ski, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Pockets (e.g., coat, suit) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Leggings cut and sew apparel contractors
- Panama hats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Belts, apparel (e.g., fabric, leather, vinyl), cut and sew apparel contractors
- Work coats and jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
- Negligees cut and sew apparel contractors
- Shorts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
- Playsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
- Tailored dress and sport coats cut and sew apparel contractors
- Leather apparel (e.g., capes, coats, hats, jackets) cut and sew apparel contractors
- Housedresses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Uniform hats and caps cut and sew apparel contractors
- Paper dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
- Hemstitching apparel contractors on apparel
IBISWorld Industry Research Report
Cut & Sew Apparel Contractors in the US (31521)
Revenue 2025
$2.4bn
Growth 2025
-0.63%
Key Trends
Price pressures from abroad have encouraged many operators to exit the industry
The trend of outsourcing to developing countries with low labor costs has increased
Manufacturers are expected to reap the benefits of the industry's realignment
Products and Services
Similar Industries
For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 315210 - Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:
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NAICS Cross Reference
Embroidering apparel on a contract or fee basis for the trade--are classified in U.S. Industry 314999, All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills.
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NAICS Cross Reference
Manufacturing men's and boys' apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315220, Men's and Boys' Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
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NAICS Cross Reference
Manufacturing women's, girls', and infants’ apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315240, Women's, Girls', and Infants’ Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
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Women’s, Girls’ and Infants’ Apparel Manufacturing in the US
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NAICS Cross Reference
Manufacturing all other cut and sew apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315280, Other Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
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NAICS Cross Reference
Manufacturing apparel accessories from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315990, Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing; and
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NAICS Hierarchy 315210 - Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors
NAICS Code 315210 - Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors sits in the 2-digit Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes
2 Digits: 31-33
Sector Title: Manufacturing
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3111 Animal Food Manufacturing
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31111 Animal Food Manufacturing
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3112 Grain and Oilseed Milling
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31121 Flour Milling and Malt Manufacturing
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31122 Starch and Vegetable Fats and Oils Manufacturing
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31123 Breakfast Cereal Manufacturing
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3113 Sugar and Confectionery Product Manufacturing
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31131 Sugar Manufacturing
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31134 Nonchocolate Confectionery Manufacturing
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31135 Chocolate and Confectionery Manufacturing
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3114 Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing
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31141 Frozen Food Manufacturing
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31142 Fruit and Vegetable Canning, Pickling, and Drying
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3115 Dairy Product Manufacturing
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31151 Dairy Product (except Frozen) Manufacturing
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31152 Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert Manufacturing
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3116 Animal Slaughtering and Processing
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31161 Animal Slaughtering and Processing
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3117 Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging
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31171 Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging
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3118 Bakeries and Tortilla Manufacturing
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31181 Bread and Bakery Product Manufacturing
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31182 Cookie, Cracker, and Pasta Manufacturing
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31183 Tortilla Manufacturing
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3119 Other Food Manufacturing
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31191 Snack Food Manufacturing
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31192 Coffee and Tea Manufacturing
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31193 Flavoring Syrup and Concentrate Manufacturing
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31194 Seasoning and Dressing Manufacturing
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31199 All Other Food Manufacturing
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3121 Beverage Manufacturing
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31211 Soft Drink and Ice Manufacturing
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31212 Breweries
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31213 Wineries
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31214 Distilleries
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3122 Tobacco Manufacturing
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31223 Tobacco Manufacturing
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3131 Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills
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31311 Fiber, Yarn, and Thread Mills
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3132 Fabric Mills
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31321 Broadwoven Fabric Mills
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31322 Narrow Fabric Mills and Schiffli Machine Embroidery
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31323 Nonwoven Fabric Mills
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31324 Knit Fabric Mills
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3133 Textile and Fabric Finishing and Fabric Coating Mills
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31331 Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills
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31332 Fabric Coating Mills
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3141 Textile Furnishings Mills
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31411 Carpet and Rug Mills
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31412 Curtain and Linen Mills
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3149 Other Textile Product Mills
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31491 Textile Bag and Canvas Mills
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31499 All Other Textile Product Mills
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3151 Apparel Knitting Mills
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31511 Hosiery and Sock Mills
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31519 Other Apparel Knitting Mills
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3152 Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
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31521 Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors
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31522 Men’s and Boys’ Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
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31524 Women’s, Girls’, and Infants’ Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
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31528 Other Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing
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3159 Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
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31599 Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
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3161 Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing
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31611 Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing
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3162 Footwear Manufacturing
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31621 Footwear Manufacturing
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3169 Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
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31699 Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
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