Silk Habotai Scarves Wholesale from India

Habotai (also called China silk) is the lightweight entry point to silk scarves. Smooth, drapy, unlined — ideal for budget-luxury programmes and hair-care/travel accessory categories.

What Habotai Is

Plain weave silk (simpler than twill)
Ultra-lightweight (8–12mm typical)
Smooth surface (no texture)
Less structured than twill or crepe
Cheapest silk grade for scarves

Standard Applications

Silk hair wraps and bonnets
Silk pillowcase alternative (packable travel)
Lightweight scarves
Silk linings for other garments
Silk gift wrap alternative

MOQs & Pricing (FOB India)

Habotai scarf (70×200cm, 8mm) — 300 pcs, $6–9 per piece
Habotai scarf (12mm heavier) — 300 pcs, $8–12 per piece
Silk hair wrap (55×55cm, 8mm) — 500 pcs, $3.20–5 per piece
Silk pillowcase (habotai 8mm) — 500 pcs, $6–9 per piece

Considerations

Fragile — easy to snag
Not machine-washable
Colour depth appears slightly muted vs twill
Should be steam-pressed not iron-pressed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard MOQ for scarf programmes from India?

For most scarf categories the practical MOQ is 200 pieces per colour per design. Cashmere and silk programmes often accept 100 pieces at premium pricing. Custom jacquard weaving typically requires 500 pieces minimum to amortise loom setup. Print-based programmes (digital, block-print) can go as low as 50 pieces for silk digital print due to zero setup cost per additional colour.

How long does it take from sample approval to bulk delivery?

Standard scarf production runs 30–45 days after PPS (pre-production sample) approval. Add 3–4 weeks for sample development (typically 2–3 sample rounds), and 18–35 days for sea freight depending on destination. Total order-to-delivery for a first-time programme: 12–16 weeks. Repeat orders without specification change compress to 6–8 weeks.

What certifications should I demand for scarves imported into the EU?

Mandatory: OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (Class I for skin contact). For organic-marketed products: GOTS Transaction Certificate per shipment. For recycled fibre claims: GRS or RCS certificate. For wool-origin claims: RWS chain-of-custody. Also request independent fibre composition test per lot — mis-declared fibre content is one of the most common commercial disputes.

Can you produce scarves in specific Pantone colours?

Yes — Pantone-matched dye programmes are standard. Custom colour development takes 10–14 days and typically requires a 300-metre or 200-piece minimum per colour. Colour matches to Pantone reference are approved via physical strike-off on the specified substrate before bulk production begins. Colour drift between substrates (silk vs cotton) is normal — approve per fabric.

About Blueridge Trade LLP

Blueridge Trade LLP is a direct textile manufacturer — we own our own scarf production. Cashmere from certified Ladakh sources, spun on our spindles, woven on our looms, dyed at our OEKO-TEX facility, hand-knotted and finished under our supervision. Guaranteed fibre grade, batch-to-batch consistency, and direct-from-mill pricing.

Send us a specification and we'll quote within 24 hours with MOQ, lead time and FOB India pricing.

Silk Habotai Scarves — Lightweight Luxury Wholesale from India