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 May 2024 - 30 Apr 2025)

Overall Trend

The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 29 mm) have been in a decreasing trend from May 2024 to April 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).

Price Trend

The prices of Cotton Fibre (CAI 29 mm) have decreased by 7.25% from May 2024 to April 2025 in Asia (Domestic India).
The average month-on-month percentage change has been -0.66% for Asia (Domestic India) 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 1.875 USD/kg, which has decreased by 6.80% to 1.7475 USD/kg in 2025, declining at a CAGR of -6.80% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

The average price from May 2024 to April 2025 for Asia (Domestic India) was 1.8325 USD/kg, indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.1125 USD/kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.0975 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.
The average price indicates a tight market where fluctuations are minimal, suggesting stable demand and supply dynamics.

Volatility

The standard deviation in Asia (Domestic India) prices was 0.0765 USD/kg, indicating Low Volatility in the market.
The prices for Asia (Domestic India) traded at a moving average premium of 0.52% and at a moving average discount of -4.53% from the moving average price during the same period. This indicates that while prices occasionally exceed the average, they generally trade below it, reflecting cautious market sentiment among buyers.

This analysis highlights the current challenges in the cotton market, particularly the decreasing price trend which may be influenced by factors such as overproduction, fluctuating demand, and global economic conditions. The low volatility suggests a stable market environment, but the average discount indicates that buyers are leveraging market conditions to negotiate better prices.

Trend Report

The average price of CAI (Rajasthan) has increased by 3.23% in the month of April 2025 as compared to March 2025. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) has been above its last six months average price by 1.47%. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) has reduced by a CAGR of -0.67% in last one year. The price of CAI (Rajasthan) in the month of April 2025 has decreased by -8.91% 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.