Cotton dried cocoons price April 2024 and outlook (see chart below)
- Northeast Asia:US$23.06/KG, -0.2% down
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Dried cocoons price index
This post is a summary of the global dried cocoons price developments. The price developments of global dried cocoons are expressed in US$ prices converted FX rates applicable at the time when the price was valid. Dried cocoons price index developments are calculated from multiple separate sources of data to ensure statistical accuracy.
Further information on the Dried cocoons price index
What are dried cocoons
Dried cocoons are the hard, protective outer shells of insects, specifically silkworms, that have been harvested and dried. Silkworms spin cocoons as a protective casing for their pupal stage, in which they undergo metamorphosis and transform into adult moths. The cocoons are typically made of a proteinaceous material called silk fibroin, which is secreted by glands in the silkworms’ bodies and spun into long, continuous threads.
What are dried cocoons used for
Dried cocoons are used as raw material for the production of silk yarn and fabrics. The process of extracting the silk fibers from the cocoons involves boiling the cocoons to soften the protein matrix, and then reeling the silk fibers off of the cocoon in a continuous thread. The resulting silk yarn can be used to weave fabrics, or it can be used to make a variety of other products such as clothing, bedding, and decorative items.
Dried cocoons can also be used for other purposes, such as in traditional medicine or as a natural fertilizing agent for plants. They may also be used as a source of protein in animal feed.
How is silk made from dried cocoons
Silk is made from the proteinaceous material called silk fibroin that is secreted by silkworms as they spin their cocoons. The process of making silk from dried cocoons involves several steps:
The dried cocoons are placed in hot water or steam to soften the protein matrix and make it easier to extract the silk fibers.
The cocoons are carefully unwound by hand or with a machine to extract the silk fibers. This process is called reeling.
The extracted silk fibers are then cleaned, sorted, and graded according to their thickness and quality.
The silk fibers are then spun into yarn by twisting them together using a spinning wheel or machine. The yarn can be left in its natural color or it can be dyed to produce a variety of colors.
The silk yarn is then woven into fabrics using a loom or other weaving machine. The resulting silk fabrics can be used to make a variety of products such as clothing, bedding, and decorative items.
The process of making silk from dried cocoons is labor-intensive and requires skilled workers to handle the delicate silk fibers. It is an important source of income and employment in many rural communities, particularly in developing countries.
How big is the dried cocoon market
It is difficult to provide an accurate estimate of the size of the dried cocoons market, as data on its production and consumption is not readily available. The demand for dried cocoons is likely influenced by the demand for silk and silk-based products, as well as by economic conditions in the regions where silk is produced.
According to some estimates, global demand for silk was around 118,000 metric tons in 2020, with the Asia-Pacific region being the largest market for silk, followed by Europe and North America. China is the world’s largest producer and exporter of silk, followed by India, Thailand, and Vietnam. However, these estimates may vary significantly depending on the source and the methodology used to arrive at them.
Which country produces dried cocoons
Silkworms and their cocoons are produced in many countries around the world, with the largest producers being China, India, and several countries in Southeast Asia.
China is the world’s largest producer of silk, and it is also the largest exporter of silk products. The country has a long history of silk production and is home to a variety of silkworm species that produce different types of silk. India is the second largest producer of silk in the world, with a significant portion of its production coming from the state of Karnataka in the south of the country. Other major producers of silk include Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
Silk production is a labor-intensive process that involves the cultivation of silkworms, the spinning of the cocoons, and the extraction of the silk fibers. It is an important source of income and employment in many rural communities, particularly in developing countries.
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