In October, China imported 956,000 bales of cotton, representing a decrease of 1.03% month-on-month (m/m), and an increase of 185.10% year-on-year (y/y). Imports from U.S. were 602,725 bales, representing a decrease of 10.05% m/m, and an increase of 1149.78% y/y, accounting for 63.05% of the total. For more information regarding the Chinese cotton market, textile industry, and policy updates, see the link below. Information provided by Yuan Associates.
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