100% Export Grade Inspected
Product Overview
India is among the largest producers of high-grade raw cotton globally, with the Shankar-6 (S-6) variety being the international gold standard. Harvested by hand from Gujarat's cotton belt, the cotton bolls undergo modern ginning and pressing to separate lint from seed. Packed into standard high-density bales, our raw cotton exhibits superior micronaire, elongation, and staple consistency for global spinning mills.
Key Characteristics
- Shankar-6 premium export variety
- Medium to long staple length (28mm to 29.5mm)
- Optimal micronaire value (3.8 - 4.2 NCL)
- High fiber strength (28 - 30 GPT)
- Low trash content (< 2.5% - 3.0%)
Commercial Applications
- High-count ring and rotor yarn spinning
- Apparel textiles, denim, and woven fabrics
- Home textiles, bedsheets, and towels
- Medical absorbent cotton and non-woven hygiene items
Technical Specifications
Subject to Final Buyer Contract| Origin | Gujarat / Maharashtra, India |
|---|---|
| Variety | Shankar-6 (S-6) |
| Staple Length | 28.0 mm - 29.5 mm |
| Micronaire | 3.8 - 4.2 NCL |
| Strength | 28.5 - 30.0 GPT |
| Trash Content | Max 2.5% - 3.0% |
| Moisture | Max 8.5% |
| HS Code | 520100 |
Packaging & Bulk Logistics
Export Packaging Options
Standard export bales (~ 165 - 170 kg net weight) strapped with PET wire.
• Custom buyer branding and multi-lingual printing available.Container Capacity & Shipping
Approx. 165-170 bales (~ 28 MT) per 40ft HC container.
• Shipped from Mundra, Pipavav, or Nhava Sheva Ports under FOB, CFR, or CIF terms.Quality Assurance & Third-Party Inspection
Every consignment is inspected prior to stuffing. We facilitate independent third-party laboratory verification (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, or Geo-Chem) covering purity, weight, moisture, microbiology, and pesticide residues.
