Cotton (Second Quality)
Textiles · HS 5201 · verified suppliers & live price
About Cotton (Second Quality)
Second-quality cotton comprises fibers with visible defects, including discoloration, shorter staple length, or lower micronaire values, yet remains suitable for industrial applications. Primary uses include non-apparel textiles, filling materials, and lower-grade yarn production. International trade recognizes grades based on color, leaf content, and trash percentage, typically classified as middling fair to low middling. Major producers include India, China, and Pakistan, with substantial exports from West Africa and Central Asia. Buyers should verify moisture content and conduct fiber-length testing, as second-quality cotton's inconsistent characteristics significantly impact downstream processing efficiency and final product quality; purchasing specifications must clearly define acceptable defect parameters to prevent production disruptions.
Specifications
- Grade / spec
- Middling 1-3/32", Second Quality
- HS code
- 5201
- 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 (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 (Second Quality) suppliers
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of Cotton (Second Quality)?
Cotton (Second Quality) is priced at approximately $1,547.36 per MT on the live Genesis Index (real-time market reference). Request a quote for a firm, escrow-protected offer.
How available is Cotton (Second Quality) to source?
Cotton (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 (Second Quality)?
Genesis Trade lists verified Cotton (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 (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.