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Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index Analysis: Cotton Fibre Market Trends, Prices & Forecast

TexPro provides pricing information for Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index, covering subproducts such as Above 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.

Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index, Above 28 mm, CIF Bremen - India (01 May 2024 - 30 Apr 2025)

Overall Trend

  • The prices of Shankar-6 Cotton have been in a decreasing trend from May 2024 to April 2025 in Asia (CIF Bremen India).

Price Trend

  • The prices of Shankar-6 Cotton have decreased by 8.33% from May 2024 to April 2025 in Asia (CIF Bremen India).
  • The average month-on-month percentage change has been -0.75% for Asia (CIF Bremen India) during the same period.
  • The highest percentage increase of 3.72% was reported in September 2024, and the highest percentage decrease of -8.07% was reported in January 2025 for Asia (CIF Bremen India).
  • The average price for Asia (CIF Bremen India) in 2024 was 2.20 USD/kg, which has decreased by 9.04% to 2.00 USD/kg in 2025, declining at a CAGR of -9.04% from 2024 to 2025.

Price Range

  • The average price from May 2024 to April 2025 for Asia (CIF Bremen India) was 2.13 USD/kg, indicating that the prices have fluctuated around this average. The range between average and minimum price is 0.15 USD/Kg and that of between maximum and average price is 0.10 USD/Kg, indicating a higher range above average price.
  • The maximum and minimum prices reported for Asia (CIF Bremen India) were 2.23 USD/kg and 1.98 USD/kg, respectively, showing a price range of 0.25 USD/Kg.

Volatility

  • The standard deviation in Asia (CIF Bremen India) prices was 0.10 USD/kg, indicating a Low Volatility in prices.
  • The prices for Asia (CIF Bremen India) traded at a moving average premium of 1.68% and at a moving average discount of -6.57% from the moving average price during the same period.

This analysis highlights the challenges faced by the textile industry in sourcing Shankar-6 Cotton, particularly the declining prices which may affect profit margins. The low volatility indicates a stable market, but the negative CAGR suggests a need for strategic adjustments in procurement and pricing strategies to navigate the changing market landscape effectively.

Trend Report

The average price of Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index has increased by 0% in the month of April 2025 as compared to March 2025. The price of Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index has been below its last six months average price by -4.43%. The price of Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index has reduced by a CAGR of -0.77% in last one year. The price of Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index in the month of April 2025 has decreased by -10.56% as compared to the same month last year.

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Shankar-6 Cotton, Bremen Index – Market Overview & Industry Significance

Shankar-6 cotton is one of India's leading cotton varieties. One of the significant varieties is cotton with staple length above 28mm. This longer staple Shankar-6 cotton is one of India's leading high-quality cottons supplied to international markets. Due to its pure white color, low wastage content, and notable strength, above 28mm staple length Shankar-6 cotton is particularly in demand for high-end textile manufacturing.

The Bremen Index is a well-known international pricing benchmark for quality cotton. It encompasses Indian-origin cotton such as Shankar-6, ensuring it meets rigorous fiber and quality specifications. Cotton graded under this category normally finds application with European mills in spinning yarns of medium to high counts. It is applied in the making of textiles such as high-quality shirts and home textiles.

India's Shankar-6 cotton, produced in Gujarat, derives advantage from the state's suitable climate, meticulous irrigation, and advanced ginning facilities. The longer staple type, over 28mm, is commonly subject to strenuous classing and bale management prior to inclusion in deals. Classification with the Bremen index guarantees uniformity and dependability for overseas buyers, building trust in Shankar-6 cotton.

TexPro follows CIF Bremen prices of Indian Shankar-6 cotton, providing insights into export trends, past prices, and future forecasts. For importers and procurement teams, this information is crucial for planning purchases and coordinating global procurement strategies.

Shankar-6 cotton has historically shown stability in pricing adhering to the Bremen Index. It has thus gained in popularity among international buyers.