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

TexPro provides pricing information for CAI (Rajasthan), covering subproducts such as 29 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 (Rajasthan), 29 mm, Domestic - India (01 Jun 2024 - 30 May 2025)

Overall Trend

The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 29 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 29 mm) have decreased by 4.71% from June 2024 to May 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).
The average month-on-month percentage change has been -0.41% during the same period.
The highest percentage increase of 3.47% was reported in April 2025, and the highest percentage decrease of -3.65% was reported in October 2024 for Asia (Domestic India).
The average price for Asia (Domestic India) in 2024 was 1.87 USD/kg, which has decreased by 5.63% to 1.76 USD/kg in 2025, declining at a CAGR of -5.63% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

The average price from June 2024 to May 2025 for Asia (Domestic India) was 1.82 USD/kg, indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.10 USD/Kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.11 USD/Kg, indicating a higher range above average price.
The maximum and minimum prices reported for Asia (Domestic India) were 1.93 USD/kg and 1.72 USD/kg, respectively, showing a price range of 0.21 USD/Kg.

Volatility

The standard deviation in Asia (Domestic India) prices was 0.07 USD/kg, indicating a Low Volatility in prices.
The prices for Asia (Domestic India) traded at a moving average premium of 0.96% and at a moving average discount of -4.13% from the moving average price during the same period.

This analysis highlights the ongoing challenges in the cotton market, particularly in Domestic India, where a consistent decline in prices reflects broader economic pressures and shifts in demand dynamics. The low volatility suggests a relatively stable market environment, although the negative trends indicate potential concerns for producers and stakeholders in the textile supply chain.

Trend Report

The average price of CAI (Rajasthan) has increased by 1.79% in the month of May 2025 as compared to April 2025. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) has been above its last six months average price by 3.29%. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) has reduced by a CAGR of -0.4% in last one year. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) in the month of May 2025 has decreased by -5.36% as compared to the same month last year.

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CAI (Rajasthan) – Product Overview & Market Insight

The Cotton Association of India (CAI) provides a benchmark for quality and sustenance for cotton production in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Rajasthan’s warm climate and loamy/clay soil provides the ideal conditions for cotton cultivation. One of the prominent cotton types produced in this state is 29mm staple length cotton. Cotton cultivated in the state is known for producing good quality yarn and for its versatility.

In addition to the favorable climate and soil type, encouraging government policies and continually increasing yields fuel cotton production in Rajasthan. The state cotton industry also benefits from a well-established cotton cultivating culture, established trading hubs, and access to both domestic and international markets. The state has earned a reputation for producing high-quality cotton, superior in strength and featuring clean ginning and uniform fiber.

Despite all this though, there are some challenges that the cotton market faces in Rajasthan. Infestations due to pests like Whitefly & Pink Bollworm and irregular weather patterns, leading to droughts and unseasonal rains, are drawbacks that the cotton sector in the state has to deal with. Despite these challenges though the state’s cotton industry is showing resilience and growing steadily.

TexPro covers 29mm staple length cotton pricing, export, and seasonal demand trends, among other factors. It is a comprehensive suite that provides all-around assistance to sourcing teams, strategists, and budget-makers at an organization.

With prices being typically stable, 29mm staple length cotton produced in Rajasthan is well-regarded by both international and Indian textile producers. It is regularly used in the making of high-quality textiles, denim and flannel. It is also popular in the making of high-end bed sheets and other home furnishing products.