Cotton yarn is a type of yarn made from cotton fibers. It is one of the most commonly used natural fibers in the textile industry due to its softness, breathability, and versatility.
Types of Cotton Yarn
Cotton yarn can be classified based on different factors:
a. Based on Fiber Length:
Combed Cotton Yarn: Made from long fibers, smoother, stronger, and less prone to fraying.
Carded Cotton Yarn: Made from shorter fibers, less uniform, and cheaper.
Compact Cotton Yarn: More compact spinning process, reduced hairiness, better strength.
b. Based on Processing:
Grey Cotton Yarn: Raw form, not bleached or dyed.
Bleached Cotton Yarn: Whitened for better color application.
Dyed Cotton Yarn: Pre-colored yarn for weaving or knitting.
c. Based on Count System (Thickness):
Ne (Number English): Higher number = finer yarn. E.g., Ne 20 is coarser than Ne 60.
Tex and Denier: Used in some countries as alternatives.
