| Fiber Length |
inches |
0.75 - 1.25 |
Longer fibers are generally more valuable. |
| Fiber Strength |
grams/tex |
30 - 45 |
Measures the tensile strength of the fibers. |
| Micronaire |
- |
3.5 - 4.5 |
Measures fiber fineness and maturity. |
| Color Grade |
- |
White, Creamy White, Off-White |
Higher grades have better color. |
| Leaf Grade |
- |
1 - 4 |
Lower leaf grades indicate less leaf matter. |
| Trash Content |
% |
≤ 1 |
Includes foreign matter like dirt, seeds, etc. |
| Moisture Content |
% |
6 - 8 |
Affects fiber quality and processing. |
