Short staple yarn refers to textiles made from short fibers, typically ranging from 1 to 3 inches in length. This is in contrast to filament yarn, which uses long continuous fibers.

Short fibers can come from natural sources such as cotton, wool, and flax, or synthetic ones like polyester and nylon. These fibers undergo an initial spinning process to form short staple yarns. These yarns can then be used to produce various fabrics, including short staple yarn dyed fabrics.

The term "dyed yarn" indicates that the yarn has undergone a dyeing process, allowing it to come in various colors. Dyeing can occur before the fiber formation, after yarn formation, or even after the fabric is made. This flexibility enables the production of fabrics in a wide array of colors, patterns, and designs.

Short staple yarn dyed fabrics are commonly used in the production of clothing, home textiles, and other textile products. Because short fibers can be more easily blended with other fibers, this type of yarn is also used to create blended fabrics, combining the unique properties of different fibers for enhanced performance and aesthetic effects.