Modal is a bio-cellulosic fibre made from beech wood pulp, offering silk-like drape at a fraction of silk's cost. Increasingly used in lingerie, baby wear, activewear and premium loungewear.
Modal Types
- Tencel Modal (Lenzing) โ Premium branded modal, closed-loop production
- Standard modal (rayon) โ Mainstream commercial
- Micro-modal โ Ultra-fine, silkier hand
Common Blends
- 100% modal โ Softest, most drapy
- Modal-cotton (60/40 or 70/30) โ Cost-efficient, softer than cotton
- Modal-elastane (95/5) โ Fitted, stretchy
- Modal-silk blend โ Ultra-premium
MOQs & Pricing (FOB India, per metre)
- 100% modal jersey (150 GSM) โ 500m, $4.50โ6.50/m
- Modal-cotton blend jersey โ 500m, $3.80โ5.50/m
- Tencel Modal fabric โ 500m, $6.20โ9/m
- Modal-elastane jersey โ 500m, $5.50โ7.50/m
Applications
- Lingerie and intimates
- Baby and kids apparel
- Yoga and activewear
- Loungewear and pyjamas
- Summer dresses
- Blouses and shirts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum fabric quantity per colour I can order?
Standard MOQ for made-to-order fabric is 500 metres per colour per construction. Stock fabrics may be available in 100โ300m lots at premium pricing. Some mills carry "seasonal remnant" stocks at lower minimums. For custom weaves or specialty constructions, MOQ typically rises to 1,000+ metres.
How do I verify the fibre composition of my fabric shipment?
Request an independent fibre composition test (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas, or Alex Stewart) on the actual bulk lot before shipment. The test verifies percentage of each fibre by weight against the specification. Cost is typically $150โ300 per test and worth the certainty โ mis-declared fibre content is one of the most common textile import disputes.
What lead time should I plan for custom-woven fabric?
From order confirmation: yarn procurement 2 weeks, loom setup 3 weeks (for new construction), sample and approval 2 weeks, bulk weaving 3โ5 weeks, finishing and shipping preparation 1 week. Total: 12โ16 weeks for a first custom weave. Repeat orders on the same construction compress to 5โ7 weeks.
How is fabric priced โ per metre or per kilogram?
Most fabric is priced per running metre at a standard width (e.g., 140cm or 150cm). Some technical fabrics and yarn are priced per kilogram. When comparing quotes across suppliers, verify the width and GSM โ a "per metre" quote at 110cm width isn't comparable to one at 150cm width for the same GSM.
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About Blueridge Trade LLP
Blueridge Trade LLP operates a dual business model. Our textile division is a direct manufacturer โ we own and operate production of cashmere, Merino wool, silk, organic cotton and blended fabric programmes. Beyond textiles, we operate as a trading and sourcing partner for industrial commodities, botanicals, packaging and consumables, leveraging a vetted network of Indian producers.
For international buyers, this means a single consolidated point of contact for both textile manufacturing and broader Indian sourcing requirements โ with vertical control where quality matters most (textiles) and network flexibility where it matters most (trading categories).