Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality)
Textiles · HS 5203 · verified suppliers & live price
About Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality)
Carded cotton second quality comprises short-staple fibers processed through carding machinery, producing lower-grade material suitable for non-premium applications. Principal uses include filling for quilts, padding in automotive and furniture upholstery, and blending into lower-count textiles. International trade grades typically differentiate by color (yellowish, gray), trash content, and fiber length, with micronaire and strength measurements defining acceptability thresholds. India, China, and Pakistan dominate production and export volumes, leveraging substantial cotton cultivation. Buyers should verify moisture content upon delivery, as second-quality carded cotton absorbs moisture readily during storage, potentially compromising subsequent processing and creating mold risks if humidity control is neglected.
Specifications
- Grade / spec
- Sliver, medium staple, Second Quality
- HS code
- 5203
- Trading unit
- MT
- Category
- Textiles
- Pricing basis
- Live Genesis Index (market)
- Buyer protection
- Escrow.com · inspection on release
Genesis Sourcing Intelligence™
On the Genesis network, Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) currently matches 59 verified suppliers across 3 countries, with a live benchmark price. Its Genesis Sourcing Index of 78/100 reflects strong sourcing availability — expect fast, competitive firm offers, every one escrow-protected.
Computed live from the Genesis network — verified‑supplier availability, geographic reach and price transparency. Recalculated continuously; found only on Genesis.
Verified Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) suppliers
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality)?
Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) is priced at approximately $1,539.32 per MT on the live Genesis Index (real-time market reference). Request a quote for a firm, escrow-protected offer.
How available is Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) to source?
Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) carries a Genesis Sourcing Index of 78/100 (Strong), based on 59 verified suppliers across 3 countries on the network and live benchmark pricing. Sourcing is strong — competitive firm offers typically return fast.
Who are verified suppliers of Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality)?
Genesis Trade lists verified Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) suppliers and exporters worldwide, including Cargill Inc., Royal Cotton Importacion Y Exportacion Sa, Export Quality Sas, The Trustee For Second Chance Trading Trust. Every transaction is escrow-protected.
How do I buy Cotton (Carded) (Second Quality) safely?
Request a quote on Genesis Trade. Payment is held by Escrow.com — a US-licensed, regulated escrow provider — and released only after independent inspection and your confirmation of the goods.