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Cotton Fabric Guide: Types, Uses & Price in India
A complete guide to cotton fabric — types like cambric, poplin and mulmul, their uses, quality and current wholesale prices per metre in India.
Cotton Fabric Guide: Types, Uses & Price in India
Cotton is the backbone of the Indian garment industry - breathable, versatile and loved in every season. But not all cotton is the same. From fine mulmul to sturdy poplin, the right cotton decides how your product feels, drapes and sells.
At Clothwala, we supply cotton in bulk to garment makers and exporters across India. Here is a practical guide to the main cotton types, their uses and current wholesale prices.
Popular Cotton Types
- Cotton Cambric - smooth, fine, ideal for daily-wear suits and shirts. Rs. 90-180/m
- Cotton Poplin - crisp, tight weave, great for shirts and dresses. Rs. 110-220/m
- Mulmul (Muslin) - ultra-soft, lightweight, perfect for summer kurtis and dupattas. Rs. 120-260/m
- Cotton Satin - soft matte sheen, for premium shirts and kurtas. Rs. 140-300/m
- Kora/Grey Cotton - unbleached base, for dyeing and printing. Rs. 70-150/m
Why Cotton Works for India
Cotton absorbs moisture, breathes in humidity and stays comfortable in heat - which is why it dominates daily wear across the country. Loosely woven cottons like mulmul let air move through, making them the coolest choice for summer.
How to Judge Cotton Quality
- GSM - heavier GSM means denser, more durable fabric
- Weave tightness - hold to light; even weave means better quality
- Shrinkage - pre-shrunk cotton holds shape after washing
- Hand feel - soft yet firm, not papery
Best Uses
Cotton suits shirts, kurtis, dresses, daily-wear suits, kidswear and home textiles. For printed collections, kora cotton is ideal as a dyeing and digital-print base.
Source Cotton Wholesale from Clothwala
Clothwala.in is a direct mill supplier of cotton and 500+ fabrics - cambric, poplin, mulmul, cotton satin and kora - in RFD and digital-printed variants. Bulk quantities, GST invoice, pan-India delivery and export supply.
Explore our cotton range at www.clothwala.in.
