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CAI (Gujarat) Analysis: Cotton Fibre Market Trends, Prices & Forecast

TexPro provides pricing information for CAI (Gujarat), covering subproducts such as 22 mm, It offers historical pricing data for up to the last five years. It also provides an accurate price forecast for the next “9/12” months, updated twice a month. The data is collected from our verified primary and secondary data sources.

CAI (Gujarat), 22 mm, Domestic - India (01 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025)

Overall Trend

  • The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 22 mm) have been in a decreasing trend from June 2024 to May 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).

Price Trend

  • The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 22 mm) have decreased by 7.69% from June 2024 to May 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).
  • The average month-on-month percentage change has been -0.61% for Asia (Domestic India) during the same period.
  • The highest percentage increase of 8.21% was reported in September 2024, and the highest percentage decrease of -7.75% was reported in March 2025 for Asia (Domestic India).
  • The average price for Asia (Domestic India) in 2024 was 1.37 USD/kg, which has decreased by 9.19% to 1.25 USD/kg in 2025, declining at a CAGR of -9.19% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

  • The average price from June 2024 to May 2025 for Asia (Domestic India) was 1.32 USD/kg, indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.13 USD/Kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.13 USD/Kg, indicating a balanced fluctuation around the average price. The average price from June 2024 to May 2025 for Asia (Domestic India) was 1.32 USD/kg indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.13 USD/Kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.13 USD/Kg.
  • The maximum and minimum prices reported for Asia (Domestic India) were 1.45 USD/kg and 1.19 USD/kg, respectively showing a price range of 0.26 USD/Kg.

Volatility

  • The standard deviation in Asia (Domestic India) prices was 0.08 USD/kg, indicating a Low Volatility in prices.
  • The prices for Asia (Domestic India) traded at a moving average premium of 3.79% and at a moving average discount of -6.78% from the moving average price during the same period.

This analysis reflects the ongoing challenges in the cotton market, particularly in Asia (Domestic India), where price reductions may impact sourcing strategies for textile manufacturers. The observed trends suggest a need for careful monitoring of market conditions and potential adjustments in procurement strategies to mitigate risks associated with price fluctuations.

Trend Report

The average price of CAI (Gujarat) has decreased by -0.55% in the month of May 2025 as compared to April 2025. The price of CAI (Gujarat) has been below its last six months average price by -5.52%. The price of CAI (Gujarat) has reduced by a CAGR of -0.73% in last one year. The price of CAI (Gujarat) in the month of May 2025 has decreased by -5.59% as compared to the same month last year.

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CAI (Gujarat) – Regional Market Benchmark & Fibre Quality Overview

The CAI (Gujarat) index reflects cotton fibre pricing from one of India’s most prominent cotton-producing states. Known for its cultivation of 22 mm staple length cotton, Gujarat plays a pivotal role in supplying the domestic textile industry with fibre suited for basic yarns, blended fabrics, and utility-grade textiles. Despite being a shorter-staple variety, Gujarat’s cotton is widely used by mills for producing low- to medium-count yarns that cater to both the domestic and export markets.

Gujarat’s cotton industry benefits from strong agricultural infrastructure, well-established trading hubs, and proximity to major textile clusters in western India. Cotton sourced from this region is recognized for its clean ginning, uniform fibre, and cost competitiveness, making it a dependable raw material for entry-level and mass-market textile production.

The CAI Gujarat benchmark serves as a key reference for domestic pricing trends, especially during peak procurement months. Price movements are driven by a mix of factors, including seasonal yield cycles, climatic variability, domestic stock availability, and demand fluctuations across the spinning and weaving segments.

TexPro delivers a comprehensive analysis of monthly pricing trends, price range volatility, and year-over-year shifts for CAI 22 mm cotton. With access to historical data and future forecasts, this tool empowers buyers, sourcing professionals, and manufacturers to make data-backed procurement decisions, plan budgets effectively, and manage market risks more confidently.

Even amidst market challenges, cotton from Gujarat remains a strategically important fibre option for producers targeting price-sensitive textile segments. Its predictable quality, availability, and cost advantage ensure it continues to play a valuable role in India’s evolving textile economy.