Peruvian cotton holds immense value in the textile industry. According to the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism (PROMPERÚ), in 2021, Peru exported $897 million worth of cotton garments, with over 60% destined for the United States.
What makes this product stand out above others and be considered unique worldwide?
Peruvian Cotton and Its Diversity
- Pima Cotton Dress in Lace and Crochet
- Knitted Cotton Cardigan
- Cotton Shawl
- Cotton Jumpsuit and Hat
- Cotton Pajamas
Although Peruvian cotton comes from a single botanical variation (G. barbadense), there are del mismthere are six types of crops. First, there is Áspero, used to make thick garments like sports socks. Then, Del Cerro is characterized by its brilliant white tone, fineness, and great length.
The Del País variety stands out for its cream, brown, and white colors and its high resistance to drought. Another type is Hazera known for its extra-long fibers. There is also Tangüis, which has a bright white color and is resistant to wilting.
Peruvian Cotton: The Finest in the World
Among the types of Peruvian cotton, Pima. It stands out for its long size, elevated quality of extra-long creamy white fibers, recognized and admired abroad.
It is soft to the touch and due to the fineness of its threads, it is one of the most used in the textile industry. Its harvest is done by hand, ensuring extraordinary purity.
Its characteristic white color provides a great advantage over others as it can be painted or dyed in any shade. It is also easy to wash, has great absorption power, and is of high quality.
Peruvian Cotton: Resistant and Durable
Peruvian cotton garments are highly durable due to the length of their fine threads. Their long life prevents pilling in their fabrics (the formation of small balls that occur when specific areas of the fabric are rubbed together).
They are also highly resistant, which makes them tolerant of constant hand or machine washing. Additionally, due to their pure and uniform fiber, they do not suffer negative impacts from high temperatures.
Sources: Minam / El Peruano / peru.info/ Andina