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CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan) Analysis: Cotton Fibre Market Trends, Prices & Forecast

TexPro provides pricing information for CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan), covering subproducts such as 28 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 (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan), 28 mm, Domestic - India (01 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025)

Overall Trend

  • The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 28 mm) have been in a decreasing trend from June 2024 to May 2025 in Asia (Domestic India). This trend reflects broader market dynamics influenced by supply chain adjustments and fluctuating demand in the textile sector.

Price Trend

  • The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 28 mm) have decreased by -1.09% from June 2024 to May 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).
  • The average month-on-month percentage change has been -0.07% during the same period, indicating a slight but consistent decline in prices.
  • The highest percentage increase of 3.26% was reported in July 2024, suggesting a temporary spike likely driven by seasonal demand or supply constraints. Conversely, the highest percentage decrease of -3.68% was observed in August 2024, potentially linked to oversupply or reduced demand post-peak season.
  • The average price for Cotton Fibre (CAI 28 mm) in 2024 was 1.84 USD/kg, which has decreased by -4.45% to 1.75 USD/kg in 2025, reflecting a CAGR of -4.45% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

  • The average price from June 2024 to May 2025 for Asia (Domestic India) was 1.80 USD/kg, indicating that prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.08 USD/kg, and that between maximum and average price is 0.10 USD/kg, indicating a higher range above the average price. The maximum and minimum prices reported for Asia (Domestic India) were 1.90 USD/kg and 1.72 USD/kg, respectively, showing a price range of 0.18 USD/kg.
  • This relatively narrow price range suggests a stable market environment for Cotton Fibre, although the downward trend indicates potential challenges in maintaining price levels.

Volatility

  • The standard deviation in Asia (Domestic India) prices was 0.06 USD/kg, indicating Low Volatility in the market. This low volatility suggests that prices have remained relatively stable, which can be advantageous for manufacturers and retailers in planning their procurement strategies.
  • The prices for Cotton Fibre (CAI 28 mm) traded at a moving average premium of 1.88% and at a moving average discount of -3.63% from the moving average price during the same period. This indicates that while prices are generally above the moving average, there are instances of discounts that may reflect competitive pressures or promotional strategies in the market.

This analysis highlights the current state of the Cotton Fibre market in Asia (Domestic India), emphasizing the need for stakeholders to adapt to the ongoing trends and fluctuations in pricing.

Trend Report

The average price of CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan) has increased by 2.41% in the month of May 2025 as compared to April 2025. The price of CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan) has been above its last six months average price by 3.46%. The price of CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan) has reduced by a CAGR of -0.13% in last one year. The price of CAI (Punjab / Haryana / Rajasthan) in the month of May 2025 has decreased by -2.04% as compared to the same month last year.

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CAI (Punjab/Haryana/Rajasthan) – Product Overview & Market Insight

The Cotton Association of India (CAI) index sets a standard for quality when it comes to cotton production from the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. The North Indian region is one of the prominent cotton producing and textile manufacturing regions in the country, with 28mm staple length being one of the popular varieties. Cotton produced in this region is used in the making of t-shirts, home décor, and knitted goods.

North India provides the ideal climate for cotton growth, with the warm weather playing a big part in making cotton cultivation fruitful. This allows for regularly satisfactory crop yields and durable cotton. 28mm staple length cotton in particular is known for its versatility. It is thus used in a range of clothes, from stretchable jeans to high-end clothing.

Farmers in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan are increasingly becoming a part of programs like the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI). With buyers along every step of the supply chain demanding more transparency and quality assurance, more farmers are becoming part of sustainability initiatives like these.

TexPro offers a comprehensive view of current 28mm staple length cotton price trends, market volatility, and forecast insights. The solution delivers sourcing teams actionable data for them to make quick decisions, improve risk management, and take advantage of opportunities.

28mm staple length cotton prices are prone to slight fluctuations but generally follow a steady path. This price stability along with the wide availability of the cotton type has made the material a preferred sourcing option among Indian textile manufacturers.