Cotton Classing & Traceability
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The term “cotton classification” in this publication refers to the application of official standards and standardized procedures developed by USDA for measuring those physical attributes of raw cotton that affect the quality of the finished product and/or manufacturing efficiency. USDA’s classing methodology is based on both grade and instrument standards used hand-in-hand with state-of-the-art methods and equipment to provide the cotton industry with the best possible information on cotton quality for marketing and processing. USDA classification currently consists of determinations of fiber length, length uniformity, fiber strength, micronaire, color, trash, leaf, and extraneous matter. Please click the download button below to learn more about The Classification of Cotton!
The United States is leading the way in traceable cotton production. Implementation of research and technology at every stage enhances fiber properties and minimizes the environmental footprint of U.S. cotton. Federal agencies such as the EPA, FDA and OSHA ensure that U.S. cotton is produced in a regulated and reported manner, including publically available data for on-field inputs.* The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service uses Permanent Bale Identification to identify U.S. cotton along the supply chain. Throughout the Cotton Belt, from the field to the mill, U.S. cotton is traceable, transparent, and efficient. Please click on the Download button below to learn more about U.S. Cotton Traceability. |