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Group 131

Preparation of fibers and spinning of textile fibers

This macro-category includes all activities related to the preparation of raw textile fibers (natural or synthetic) and their spinning into yarns. Essentially, it is the first step in the textile production chain, transforming raw materials (cotton, wool, flax, synthetic fibers) into yarns that will later be used to manufacture fabrics, knitwear, or other textile products.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • ✅ Preparation and washing of raw textile fibers Carding and combing of textile fibers Spinning of textile fibers (cotton
  • ✅ wool
  • ✅ flax
  • ✅ silk
  • ✅ synthetic fibers
  • ✅ etc.) Production of yarns from natural or synthetic textile fibers Production of sewing or twisted yarns from textile fibers Production of yarns for fabrics
  • ✅ knitwear
  • ✅ carpets
  • ✅ etc. Fiber finishing operations before spinning (e.g.
  • ✅ lubrication)

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • ❌ Production of fabrics and knitwear (NACE 132)
  • ❌ Finishing of textiles (NACE 133)
  • ❌ Production of made-up textile articles (NACE 139)
  • ❌ Production of synthetic and artificial fibers (NACE 206)
  • ❌ Raising of animals for fiber production (NACE 014)

Subordinate Structure

1310 Preparation of fibers and spinning of textile fibers
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Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

Introduction to NACE 131: Fiber Preparation and Spinning in Romania

The textile industry in Romania has a long-standing tradition, and the NACE 131 division, covering fiber preparation and spinning, represents the basic link in this production chain. Although in recent decades the textile sector has faced Asian competition and the relocation of some production capacities, spinning activities continue to have macroeconomic relevance, especially by targeting niche, high-quality, or ecological products.

From an economic perspective, this subclass contributes to job creation in rural and industrial areas where traditional fiber processing centers are located (e.g., in Moldova and Oltenia). Raw materials come from both local agriculture (flax, hemp, wool) and imports (cotton, synthetic fibers), and their volatile prices directly impact the profit margins of spinning mills. Additionally, sustainability and traceability requirements imposed by international retailers have forced companies to invest in cleaner technologies and ecological certifications.

The main challenges for entrepreneurs in this field include high energy and labor costs, a lack of skilled personnel, and fluctuations in global demand. However, the trend of reindustrialization and reshoring textile production to Europe offers opportunities for Romanian spinning mills that can demonstrate flexibility, quality, and compliance with environmental standards. Moreover, the development of specialty yarns (technical, biodegradable, or recycled) opens up new markets, from fashion to automotive or construction.