Kanpur is globally known for Leather & Leather goods manufacturing. Kanpur leather industry is famous for processing of buffalo hides; 99% of the total export of Saddlery and harness from the country is from Kanpur only. It is believed that this city was founded by Raja Hindu Singh of the Sankandi state. Kanpur’s original name was Kanhpur. Whether it is suspected to be associated with the King Hindusi of the realty of the origin of the city, or belonging to the heroic Karna of Mahabharata period, it is so certified that in the last phase of the reign of Awadh, this city is situated in old Kanpur, Patkapura, Kuraswam, Juhi and Seemamau villages. It was made by meeting with the neighboring state the rule of this town remained in the hands of the rulers of Kannauj and Kalpi and later the rulers of the Muslim rulers. From 1773 to 1801, Nawab Alamas Ali of Awadh had a decent government here. After the Treaty of 1773, the city came under the rule of the British, resulting in an English camp here in 1778 AD.

Kanpur is globally known for Leather & Leather goods manufacturing. Kanpur leather industry is famous for processing of buffalo hides; 99% of the total export of Saddlery and harness from the country is from Kanpur only. It is believed that this city was founded by Raja Hindu Singh of the Sankandi state. Kanpur’s original name was Kanhpur. Whether it is suspected to be associated with the King Hindusi of the realty of the origin of the city, or belonging to the heroic Karna of Mahabharata period, it is so certified that in the last phase of the reign of Awadh, this city is situated in old Kanpur, Patkapura, Kuraswam, Juhi and Seemamau villages. It was made by meeting with the neighboring state the rule of this town remained in the hands of the rulers of Kannauj and Kalpi and later the rulers of the Muslim rulers. From 1773 to 1801, Nawab Alamas Ali of Awadh had a decent government here. After the Treaty of 1773, the city came under the rule of the British, resulting in an English camp here in 1778 AD.

The district lies between 25°25’ & 25°54’ latitudes and 79°34’ and 80°34’ longitudes. It is bounded in north by district Kannauj and Hardoi, in east district Unnao, in south district Fatehpur & Hamirpur and in west Kanpur Dehat. The Holy Ganga River separates it from district Unnao in east and forms the natural boundary. Pandu river separates it from district Kanpur Dehat and Fatehpur in west & south respectively. As per record, the total geographical area of the district Kanpur Nagar is 3155 Sq. Kms

The city is located on the banks of River Ganges and typically has alluvial and sandy soil. The region typically falls in the Indo-Gangetic plains and major part of the Kanpur district has ordinary soil which is known as Bhur in local language. Major crops cultivated in the district are wheat, rice, maize and bajra.

As given in the following table, MSME industries across the sectors of food/agro-based industries, repair & servicing, other manufacturing, wood, metal, apparel, paper, electrical and other transport, chemical, leather and engineering are key economy drivers in the district.Sports goods and Germs & Jewellery contribute most in terms of employment and revenue, which is approximately 28% and 5% respectively.

Sports goods based industry in the district is the most prominent sector of the district contributing most to the economy by being the largest employer and being at the top in terms of investments as well. It is followed by Agro-based industry, germs & jewellery and Readymade Garments respectively.Out of total population of 34,43,689 (2011 census), 1,124,744 are working population. Out of total working population, 32 % are cultivators and agricultural labourers and 66% are workers from household industry and manufacturing sector i.e., sports goods, gems and jewellery, textile products as well as other manufacturing. This indicates that manufacturing sector is the main source of income in the district.

The following table depicts the value of export of major products from Kanpur Nagar:

Kanpur was known as Manchester of the East during the British rule produces 15 percent of share of India’s leather produce. The city besides leather products produces products of distinct niche segments including cotton, hosiery, paint and allied sector among others

Kanpur was known as Manchester of the East during the British rule produces 15 percent of share of India’s leather produce. The city besides leather products produces products of distinct niche segments including cotton, hosiery, paint and allied sector among others. Inthe cluster around 2428 units are engaged in manufacturing variety of leather products. This industry employs around 1,20,000 people5 comprising 30% women in the cluster This cluster has annual turnover of INR 10,000 Cr out of which 4788 Cr is exports and rest are domestic turnover. The occupational distribution chart of the district shows that among all leather products, footwear industry has employed the largest 37% of human resource.

The ODOP Product for Kanpur Nagar district is leather products. Types of Leather products manufactured in Kanpur Nagar district are footwear, saddlery, and leather fabrics. The Kanpur Leather Industry Cluster is famous for the processing of buffalo leather. Approximately 50% of the finished leather produced is exported. The remainder is used to produce leather products in Kanpur or other Indian leather production centres. The cluster is comprised of finished leather making tanneries and final products made of that i.e., footwear, saddlery, and leather garments and goods. Tanneries: There are in total 400 tanneries in the cluster out of which only 250 are operating. The operating 250 tanning units have an annual processing capacity of 3000 lakh sq. ft. Based on the kind of processing done by the tanneries; the tanneries can be classified into below mentioned four categories:
Footwear Industry
► There are about 1400 units in this sub sector with an annual turnover of 3500 cr. and exports to the tune of Rs 1032.32 cr. Its share to overall business of the cluster is 35% percent and exports of these constitute 38.5% percent of total exports of the cluster.
► The Kanpur Footwear Industry faces a huge competition from Agra Footwear industry. The above three categories of units operate on different value chains and have different set of needs, priorities and mode of production and marketing. Open footwears are mainly made by household units and other category of products are produced by organized factories. Saddlery Industry
► The Saddlery industry structure in the cluster is decentralized. There are about 40 organized units and 185 household and small units in this sub sector with an annual turnover of 1500 crore. Directly and Indirectly the saddlery industries provide employment to 30,000 people in the cluster.
► The major importing countries of saddlery from Kanpur Leather Cluster are Germany, USA, U.K and France. Kanpur Leather Cluster accounts for 95% of the total Harness & Saddlery export from the country. The setting up of International Institute of Saddlery Technology and Export management (IISTEM) with UNDP assistance in 2001-2 has contributed to its growth and diversification. Leather Goods and Garments Industry During last 5-6 years a few existing units have diversified in making of leather goods like purses, wallets, bags, decorative and stationary items. There are around 100 units in the cluster so far involved in manufacturing of leather garments and goods with an annual turnover of Rs. 1500 crore. About 70 units are exporting these materials. There are 25-30 cottage industries also making some products for local market.

Product Diversification is one of the most crucial product uplifting strategies which in turn is an important part of a product’s export. This plays a vital role in any products exports as it is a product uplifting strategy. Most artisans are not bothered about changing their product range and they fail to understand that it is an integral part of comprehensive marketing. Diversification can be brought in the cluster by: 1. Development of a new products: The artisans of the district should be encouraged to diversify the product categories and must be provided with enough resources to create innovative products without losing the ancestral essence of the craft. 2. Modifications of Existing Products The artisans going forward should focus on the product as per upcoming fashion trends as people nowadays are very much aware and keen to follow the fashion trends.

Export Scenario

The chapter focusses on the export scenario of India and Uttar Pradesh and then deep dives into the export statistics of 3 products codes 640510, 420500 and 420100 stating the target countries for market expansion for both the products. These HS codes are utilised for Leather Footwear, Saddlery and Non-Saddlery goods. The leather goods cluster’s total export value in Kanpur Nagar is:
► The saddlery industry’s annual turnover is INR 1200 crore.
► The leather garments and apparel industry’s annual turnover is INR 1500 crore. ;
Export Potential
► The total exports of leather product from Kanpur district were approx. INR 4315.82 crores in year 2019-20.6
► U.P. dominates Finished Leather and Saddlery and Harness products.
► In leather footwear, the share of U.P. is around 36%.
► The exporter needs to focus on leather goods Category which is the 2nd exported commodity under the Sector. The exporter of the District can increase their share under this category. 6 DGFT
► Other prominent products exported from Kanpur district are leather garments and leather gloves.
► The cluster has tremendous export potential, but owing to lack of proper market assessment mechanism, changing design patterns, specific demand preferences.
► Hence, it was pointed out that the proper study of the foreign market, region specific demand patterns to be ascertained. Along with that, a common platform to be created where there can be an integration between the exporters and importers, thereby making the export ecosystem robust and effective. Export Potential
► The total exports of leather product from Kanpur district were approx. INR 4315.82 crores in year 2019-20.6
► U.P. dominates Finished Leather and Saddlery and Harness products.
► In leather footwear, the share of U.P. is around 36%.
► The exporter needs to focus on leather goods Category which is the 2nd exported commodity under the Sector. The exporter of the District can increase their share under this category. 6 DGFT
► Other prominent products exported from Kanpur district are leather garments and leather gloves.
► The cluster has tremendous export potential, but owing to lack of proper market assessment mechanism, changing design patterns, specific demand preferences.
► Hence, it was pointed out that the proper study of the foreign market, region specific demand patterns to be ascertained. Along with that, a common platform to be created where there can be an integration between the exporters and importers, thereby making the export ecosystem robust and effective. Top importers of leather footwear (HSN code: 640510) in the world have been identified as follows (as of 2019, values in USD thousand):

The state is a leading producer in manufacturing engineering goods. Several Engineering & Auto components are manufactured in Kanpur, Lucknow, Noida & Ghaziabad. There are more than 1400-15008 units involved in manufacturing of engineering goods in Kanpur Nagar

The state is a leading producer in manufacturing engineering goods. Several Engineering & Auto components are manufactured in Kanpur, Lucknow, Noida & Ghaziabad. There are more than 1400-15008 units involved in manufacturing of engineering goods in Kanpur Nagar. Some of the large-scale industries in the district are Ordnance factory, Kalpi Road, vijay nagar,Kanpur, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Chakeri, Kanpur, J.S. Auto Pvt. Ltd. Panki, Kanpur, Lohia Group Panki Kanpur, Power tools industrial corporation, RMV Machines and tools industry LLP, Hovert machines and furnaces pvt. Ltd., Northern India machinery company etc.

The demand for engineering goods is generated both domestically and internationally. There are multiple engineering goods manufacturers in Kanpur Nagar, who export their products to Vietnam, Magnolia, Nepal, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan etc. The product portfolio of the cluster is well diversified. However, export is undertaken through 4-5 codes unlike the Ghaziabad cluster which undertake its exports under 50 NIC codes. The engineering goods industry in Kanpur Nagar is quite old and well-established thus, most of the units have a set marketing/ distribution network, which has benefitted them for years. These networks help these units supply their products to retailers around the country. It is very common for units which follow the order-based business model to get repeat orders.
Some of the large-scale industries in the district are Ordnance factory, Kalpi Road, vijay nagar,Kanpur, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Chakeri, Kanpur, J.S. Auto Pvt. Ltd. Panki, Kanpur, Lohia Group Panki Kanpur, Power tools industrial corporation, RMV Machines and tools industry LLP, Hovert machines and furnaces pvt. Ltd., Northern India machinery company etc.

► Extruders
► Textile fibre vending and other vending machines
► Circular looms
► Boiler and machinery parts
► Basic iron and steel products (hot-rolled and cold-rolled products, tube and tube fittings, railway track materials (unassembled rails), wire by cold drawing or stretching)
► Casted iron and steel products (tubes, pipes and hollow profiles and tube or pipe fittings)
► Structural metal products (Metal doors, windows and frames, shutters, gates, similar articles used on buildings; metal frameworks or skeletons for construction; industrial frameworks in metal)
► Tanks, reservoirs, and containers of metal (for compressed or liquefied gas, central heating boilers and radiators, parts, and accessories)
► Auxiliary plants for use with boiler (condensers, economizers, superheaters, steam collectors and accumulators)
► Metalworking service activities (forging, pressing, stamping, and roll-forming of metal; powder metallurgy; machining; treatment (hardening, boring, turning, milling, grinding, welding, etc.) and coating of metals)
► Ingot Moulds
► Cutlery, hand tools (for agricultural/ horticulture/ forestry), hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, and general hardware (locks/ keys, hinges, saws, clamps, etc.), hardware
► Fluid power equipment (hydraulic and pneumatic components (pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hose, and fittings), pneumatic air preparation equipment, hydraulic transmission equipment)
► Hand pumps, other metal pumps, compressors, taps and valves etc.
► Metal bearings, gears, gearing and driving elements
► Ovens, furnaces, and furnace burners
► Lifting and handling equipment (lifts, escalators and moving walkways)
► Agricultural and forestry machinery and metal parts (tractors, ploughs, Seeders, harvesting or threshing machinery)
► Metal-forming machinery and machine tools for turning, drilling, milling, etc.
► Machinery for metallurgy
► Machinery for mining, quarrying and construction (concrete and mortar mixers, etc.) and metal parts and accessories
► Machinery for textile, apparel, and leather production (for spinning, looms, knitting, sewing, leather production)
► Other special-purpose machinery (paper, paperboard, working soft rubber or plastics)
► Motor vehicle engines and motor vehicles metal parts and accessories (brakes, gearboxes, axles, wheels, etc.)
► Bodies (coachwork) and metal attachments for motor vehicles
► Metal sections of ships
► Electric, diesel, steam and other rail locomotives and rolling stock, and their specialized parts
► Metal parts and accessories of motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, three wheelers, side cars etc. and their engine
► Non-motorized metal bicycles and other cycles, including cycle rickshaws, (delivery) tricycles, baby, and invalid carriages, etc. and their metal parts and accessories for bicycles, cycle -rickshaws and invalid carriages
► Metal furniture ;

► The total exports of Engineering Goods from Kanpur Nagar district in FY 2020- 21
► India's exports represent 4.21% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 01 under HS code 732599 and 19 under HS Code 870423.
► Other prominent products exported from Lucknow District are Mangoes, fungicides etc.
► The total export from Kanpur is more than Rs. 400. 00 Cr based upon stake holder consultation11.
► Machinery for production of Woven Sacks/Packing items (Such as Extruder, Winding Machines, Conveyor Line etc.) and items relating to Railways are exported from Kanpur.

► Primary Suppliers o Ferrous Manufacturers o Non-Ferrous Manufacturers o Casting Units
► Traders
► Financial Institutions
► DIEPC

The cluster comprises of support institutions that can be broadly classified into three categories – trade and industry association, educational and training institutions, and other institutions. The trade and industry associations assist industries in the cluster in getting clearances and approvals, solving issues regarding industrial infrastructure, providing information on latest government schemes etc. Educational and training institute provide training to labours and assist in addressing availability of skilled labour. Other institutions comprise banks and logistics service providers. Following are main Industry Associations that are working for the development of Engineering Goods sector:
► Indian Industries Association (IIA)
► Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC)
► All India Manufacturers’ Organization (AIMO)
► Exporters Association
► Industrial Area Manufacturers’ Association (AIMA)
► The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM)
► Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
► Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) ;

Export Scenario

HS codes under which the product is exported from the district;
Current Scenario The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 732599 & 870423 under which engineering goods are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code.9

The following are the key areas for development of the product category and the cluster:
► Firms may take the benefit of FTAs signed by India. The export to Bangladesh under SAFTA allows the benefit of 01%. Other Countries to look at are ASEAN Countries and Japan.
► Creation of strong linkages with Government departments like Railway, Defense, Aerospace etc. for them to act as permanent buyers
► Focus on creation of product prototypes basis sectors of potential buyers and their demand
► Improving the competitiveness, product quality, efficiency of the cluster etc., by incorporating lean manufacturing, Zero Defect Zero Effect techniques etc. Schemes such as CLCS-TUS of DC-MSME can be utilized for the same

In Kanpur Nagar there is approx.100 no of units of plastic products are functioning and approx.5000 people are involved in the cluster. The approximate turnover is 800-1000 Crores and export value is approx. 300 Cr13. The major products of the cluster are Plastic Furniture, Injection Moulded products, Sheet, Bags, Film, Packaging material, Auto parts, Domestic products etc. and the majorly exported products are P.P. woven Sacks/ F.I.B.C, P.P. woven Fabric and Multi filament yarn.

Product Diversification: This plays a vital role in any products exports as it is a product uplifting strategy. Most of the SMEs aren’t bothered about changing their product range and they fail to understand that it is an integral part of comprehensive marketing. Diversification can be brought in the cluster by:
► Development of new products: The SMEs of the district should be encouraged to diversify the product categories and adequate resources should be provided to make innovative products without losing the real essence of Kanpur Nagar plastic products. The SMEs going forward should focus on making products according to the need of the market, 16Trademap.org for HSN Codes 391721 17Trademap.org for HSN Codes 391721 18 Trademap.org for HSN Codes 391721
► Modifications of Existing Products: It has also been found that most of the SMEs use traditional designs or those which was old by the time it arrived at Kanpur Nagar, they need to work according to the latest designs.

In Kanpur Nagar there is approx.100 no of units of plastic products are functioning and approx.5000 people are involved in the cluster. The approximate turnover is 800-1000 Crores and export value is approx. 300 Cr13. The major products of the cluster are Plastic Furniture, Injection Moulded products, Sheet, Bags, Film, Packaging material, Auto parts, Domestic products etc. and the majorly exported products are P.P. woven Sacks/ F.I.B.C, P.P. woven Fabric and Multi filament yarn.

The word plastic itself comes from the Greek word plasticos, which means to be able to be shaped or moulded by heat. As we will see, shaping plastics by using heat is a basic part of nearly all plastics manufacturing processes. Like timbers, which is divided into hardwoods and softwoods, plastics is also divided into different categories:
► Natural Plastics - These are naturally occurring materials that can be said to be plastics because they can be shaped and moulded by heat. An example of this is amber, which is a form of fossilised pine tree resin and is often used in Jewellery manufacture.
► Semi synthetic Plastics - These are made from naturally occurring materials that have been modified or changed but mixing other materials with them. An example of this is cellulose acetate, which is a reaction of cellulose fibre and acetic acid and is used to make cinema film.
► Synthetic Plastics - These are materials that are derived from breaking down, or ’cracking’ carbon-based materials, usually crude oil, coal or gas, so that their molecular structure changes. This is generally done in petrochemical refineries under heat and pressure and is the first of the manufacturing processes that is required to produce most of our present day, commonly occurring plastics. Synthetic and semi synthetic plastics can be further divided into two other categories. These two categories are defined by the ways in which different plastics react when heated.
► Thermoplastics - These are plastics that can be softened and formed using heat, and when cool, will take up the shape that they have been formed into. But if heat is reapplied, they will soften again. Examples of thermoplastics are acrylic and styrene, probably the most common plastics found in school workshops. Polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyamide (PA), polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polystyrene (PS) are the other example of thermoplastic.
► Thermosetting Plastics - These are plastics that soften when heated, and can be moulded when soft, and when cool they will set into the moulded shape. But if heat is reapplied, they will not soften again, they are permanently in the shape that they have been moulded into. Examples of thermosetting plastics are polyester resins used in glass reinforced plastics work, and melamine formaldehyde used in the manufacture of Formica for kitchen work surfaces.

► Natural Plastics - These are naturally occurring materials that can be said to be plastics because they can be shaped and moulded by heat. An example of this is amber, which is a form of fossilised pine tree resin and is often used in Jewellery manufacture.
► Semi synthetic Plastics - These are made from naturally occurring materials that have been modified or changed but mixing other materials with them. An example of this is cellulose acetate, which is a reaction of cellulose fibre and acetic acid and is used to make cinema film.
► Synthetic Plastics - These are materials that are derived from breaking down, or ’cracking’ carbon-based materials, usually crude oil, coal or gas, so that their molecular structure changes. This is generally done in petrochemical refineries under heat and pressure and is the first of the manufacturing processes that is required to produce most of our present day, commonly occurring plastics. Synthetic and semi synthetic plastics can be further divided into two other categories. These two categories are defined by the ways in which different plastics react when heated.
► Thermoplastics - These are plastics that can be softened and formed using heat, and when cool, will take up the shape that they have been formed into. But if heat is reapplied, they will soften again. Examples of thermoplastics are acrylic and styrene, probably the most common plastics found in school workshops. Polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyamide (PA), polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and polystyrene (PS) are the other example of thermoplastic.
► Thermosetting Plastics - These are plastics that soften when heated, and can be moulded when soft, and when cool they will set into the moulded shape. But if heat is reapplied, they will not soften again, they are permanently in the shape that they have been moulded into. Examples of thermosetting plastics are polyester resins used in glass reinforced plastics work, and melamine formaldehyde used in the manufacture of Formica for kitchen work surfaces.

Major highlights of India Export
► India exported plastics raw material worth US$ 352.04 million in July 2021, and the export during April 2021 to July 2021 was US$ 1.57 billion.
► The total plastics raw material export during April 2021 to August 2021 was US$ 1.57 billion.
► In FY21, India exported plastics raw material worth US$ 3.29 billion.
► The total plastic and linoleum export during April 2021 to August 2021 was US$ 4.15 billion and for the month of August 2021, it was US$ 754.37 million. 14 DGFT, Kanpur
► The total plastic and linoleum export in FY21 was US$ 7.45 billion and for the month of March 2021, it was US$ 719.15 million.
► In FY20, plastic and linoleum export from India stood at US$ 7.55 billion.
► In FY21 export of plastic sheets, films, and plates stood at US$ 1.53 billion and packaging material was US$ 863.62 million.
► The Indian plastics industry produces and export a wide range of raw materials, plastic-moulded extruded goods, polyester films, moulded/ soft luggage items, writing instruments, plastic woven sacks and bags, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), leather cloth and sheeting, packaging, consumer goods, sanitary fittings, electrical accessories, laboratory/ medical surgical ware, tarpaulins, laminates, fishnets, travel ware, and others.
► The Indian plastics industry offer excellent potential in terms of capacity, infrastructure, and skilled manpower. It is supported by many polymer producers, plastic process machinery and mould manufacturers in the country.
► Among the industry’s major strengths is the availability of raw materials in the country. Thus, plastic processors do not have to depend on import. These raw materials, including polypropylene, high-density polyethylene, low-density polyethylene, and PVC, are manufactured domestically.

► Primary Suppliers o Ferrous Manufacturers o Non-Ferrous Manufacturers o Casting Units
► Traders
► Financial Institutions
► DIEPC

Following are main Industry Associations that are working for the development of Plastic products sector:
► Indian Industries Association (IIA)
► Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC)
► All India Manufacturers’ Organization (AIMO)
► Exporters Association
► Industrial Area Manufacturers’ Association (AIMA)
► The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM)
► Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
► Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) ;

Export Scenario

HS codes under which the product is exported from the district;
Current Scenario The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 732599 & 870423 under which engineering goods are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code

Kanpur Nagar, with its capital at Kanpur city, is home to one of India’s most thriving hosiery and readymade textiles regions. With approx. 2200 or more units involved in the sector, Kanpur Nagar gives employment to about 65000 individuals in the running of the textile industry. The industry goes back to the British era when Kanpur was nicknamed the ‘Manchester of India,’ for its perennially running cotton mills being home to thousands of dedicated cotton mill workers. Kanpur started out as a cotton blanket hub in 1876 when its mills started churning out cotton fabric.

Kanpur Nagar, with its capital at Kanpur city, is home to one of India’s most thriving hosiery and readymade textiles regions. With approx. 2200 or more units involved in the sector, Kanpur Nagar gives employment to about 65000 individuals in the running of the textile industry. The industry goes back to the British era when Kanpur was nicknamed the ‘Manchester of India,’ for its perennially running cotton mills being home to thousands of dedicated cotton mill workers. Kanpur started out as a cotton blanket hub in 1876 when its mills started churning out cotton fabric. The once thriving mills of Kanpur are now largely extinct. The power loom sector in Kanpur too is a tiny and negligible shadow of its former self. However, the hosiery and readymade garments industry has continued to thrive albeit at a scale smaller than the one expected of a cluster as old as Kanpur Nagar.

The product belongs to the textile and hosiery sector and Ready-made garments are mass- produced finished textile products of the clothing industry. They are not custom tailored according to measurements, but rather generalized according to anthropometric studies. They are made from many different fabrics and yarns. Their characteristics depend on the fibres used in their manufacturing. They are made from many different fabrics and yarns. They are divided into the following types:
► Outer clothing: pants, ladies ‘suits, blouses, blazers, jackets, pullovers, coats, sports jackets, skirts, shirts (short or long-sleeved), ties, jeans, shorts, T-shirts, polo shirts, sports shirts, tracksuits, etc
► Underclothing (underwear): Jersey goods, lingerie (e.g., underpants, undershirts, briefs, socks, stockings, pantyhose etc.) In addition to the above, Kanpur Nagar is a biggest hub for manufacturing of horse-riding breeches which are the prominent product for export.
The product belongs to the textile and hosiery sector and Ready-made garments are mass- produced finished textile products of the clothing industry. They are not custom tailored according to measurements, but rather generalized according to anthropometric studies. They are made from many different fabrics and yarns. Their characteristics depend on the fibres used in their manufacturing. They are made from many different fabrics and yarns. They are divided into the following types:
► Outer clothing: pants, ladies ‘suits, blouses, blazers, jackets, pullovers, coats, sports jackets, skirts, shirts (short or long-sleeved), ties, jeans, shorts, T-shirts, polo shirts, sports shirts, tracksuits, etc
► Underclothing (underwear): Jersey goods, lingerie (e.g., underpants, undershirts, briefs, socks, stockings, pantyhose etc.) In addition to the above, Kanpur Nagar is a biggest hub for manufacturing of horse-riding breeches which are the prominent product for export.

► Input o Yarn Supplier o Fabric Supplier o Chemical supplier o Trim supplier
► Financial Institutions
► DIEPC

Following are main Industry Associations that are working for the development of Plastic products sector:
► Indian Industries Association (IIA)
► Federation of Indian Export Organisations
► UP Power loom Federation
► Power loom bunker association
► Northern India Hosiery manufacturers association
► All India Manufacturers’ Organization (AIMO)
► Exporters Association
► Industrial Area Manufacturers’ Association (AIMA) ;

Export Scenario

HS codes under which the product is exported from the district.20
► Men’s knitted cotton undergarments – HSN code 6107, 6115
► Women’s knitted cotton undergarments – HSN code 6108, 6106, 6115
► Thermal wear for men (knitted man-made fibre) – HSN code 6107
► Men’s and boys’ tracksuits and woven garments - HSN code 6211
► Women’s and girls’ tracksuits and woven garments HSN code 6211
► Knit fabrics of cotton – 6115
► Women's or girls' blouses, shirts and shirt-blouses (excluding knitted or crocheted and vests) - 6206
► Total Export under Textile Sector from the Kanpur is around Rs. 250 Cr. Main Item of export are riding Breeches, T-Shirts, Jackets, and trousers etc. ;
Hosiery and Textile Product Current Scenario The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 610711 exported from Kanpur Nagar district. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code.21

The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 610711 exported from Kanpur Nagar district. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code.21;

Major highlights of India Export
► The State is the third largest producer of fabric and produced which around 13.24% of India’s total fabric.
► The State is famous for carpets and manufactures approximately 90% of India’s carpets. Carpets, readymade garments and handlooms are major products exported from the State with a share of 5.25%, 12.89% and 0.50% respectively in total exports from the State22.
► As per data released by Government of UP during Investors Summit 2018, Rs 417.24 crores of handlooms, Rs 4,648.89 crores carpets & mats and Rs 10,886.70 crores of readymade garments were exported from the State in the year 2016-17.
► Total Export under Textile Sector from the Kanpur is around Rs. 250 Cr. Main Item of export are riding Breeches, T-Shirts, Jackets, and trousers etc.
► Total Global import of Hosiery product in FY 2020-21 was of 12.31 billion USD.
► Prominent export destination countries for Hosiery products were USA, Germany, Japan, UK & France.
► Major exporting countries of hosiery products were China, Turkey, Italy, Germany, Netherlands and Pakistan.
► Total Export of hosiery products from India in FY 2020-21 was 1144.54 Crore and the total share of world’s export was less than 02%.
► Top exporting destination from India for hosiery products are USA, UAE, Spain UK, France, Germany etc.
► Total export from UP of hosiery product was 80.01 cr. in FY 2020-21 which is 7% of India’s export. HSN Code-610711- Men’s or boy’s underpants and briefs of cotton, knitted or crocheted23 The following chart showcases the prominent import countries in 2020-21 of the HSN Code- 610711

Product Diversification: This plays a vital role in any products exports as it is a product uplifting strategy. Most of the SMEs aren’t bothered about changing their product range and they fail to understand that it is an integral part of comprehensive marketing. Diversification can be brought in the cluster by:
► Development of new products: The SMEs of the district should be encouraged to diversify the product categories and adequate resources should be provided to make outerwear in hosiery segment as most of the units are manufacturing only innerwear as of now.
► Modifications of Existing Products: It has also been found that most of the SMEs use traditional designs or those which was old by the time it arrived at Kanpur Nagar, they need to work according to the latest designs. Unit holder should be encouraged to manufacture printed hosiery fabric and products out of them.