Xinjiang Long Staple Cotton Kit

Many people buy bedding, generally prefer pure cotton, but in fact, there are many different types of cotton, such as ordinary cotton, Xinjiang long-staple cotton, all called pure cotton, but in practice, the difference between them is very different The long-staple cotton fiber produced in Xinjiang is long, soft and strong, and it is a very good home textile raw material.

Xinjiang long-staple cotton kits can be divided into three categories:

One type is slender (in the 2.5 to 6.5 cm length range), shiny, and includes good quality Island, Egyptian and Horse cottons. Long-staple cotton yields low, labor-intensive, and high prices. Mainly used for gauze and knitwear.

The second category includes general medium and long cotton, such as Xinjiang cotton, about 1.3~3.3cm long);

The three fibers are stubby cotton (1-2.5 cm long), used to make blankets and cheap fabrics, or blended with other fibers.

What is the difference between long-staple cotton and ordinary cotton

Long-staple cotton and cotton are natural materials with environmental and hygienic properties and softness. Long-staple cotton has the characteristics of softer long fibers, better air permeability, rich silk and higher strength than ordinary cotton. It is the main raw material for cotton production in the global home textile industry. In the global cotton production, only 3% can be regarded as the producer of long-staple cotton. The main classifications of long-staple cotton are: Egyptian cotton, American PIMA cotton, Xinjiang long-staple cotton, and Sea Island cotton.

Xinjiang long-staple cotton kit series

Ordinary cotton: white or yellow fibers, 2-4 cm long (0.75-1.5 inches), containing 87-90% cellulose, 5-8% water, 4-6% other substances. Long-staple cotton is of good quality, and its fibers are soft, with a length of 33-39 mm, and a length of up to 64 mm; the tensile strength is much higher than that of ordinary cotton fibers, and the fiber toughness is strong. (Shandong Zhucheng Meizilan Home Textiles)

Advantages of Xinjiang Long Staple Cotton Kit:

The growing season and origin are different. Long-staple cotton has a long growing season and requires a lot of heat. Under the same thermal conditions, the growth period of long-staple cotton is 10-15 days longer than that of upland cotton. Long-staple cotton has a high texture. Compared with ordinary pure cotton, it has these advantages: more warm: the fiber is soft and long, the temperature rises quickly, and the warmth is strong. Softer: Thinner, stronger and softer than ordinary cotton. Better quality: The growth cycle is 10~15 days longer than ordinary cotton, and the quality is better. Smooth: Good drape, silky smooth. Color fastness: high color fastness, color fastness after washing. More Durable: Wear-resistant and durable, anti-wrinkle, not easy to pilling.

Because it is soft and close to the skin, absorbs moisture, has good warmth retention, and is basically non-irritating to the skin. The surface is smooth and flat, not easy to pilling, durable, and feels smooth and silky.