Towel & Bath Linen Exporter from India to Australia
Hotel bath towels · Pool & beach towels · Bathrobes · F&B linen
Paid samples · Full export documentation · 18–25 days from Cochin
India's Trusted Towel & Bath Linen Exporter to Australia
Anabyn exports bath towels, robes and bath linen to Australian hotels, retailers, Airbnb operators and aged-care providers. Under the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), in force since December 2022, Indian cotton towels and bed linen enter Australia duty-free with a Certificate of Origin.
We handle the complete export process - production in specialist units, QC on every lot (AQL 2.5 on request), Australia-compliant labelling, export packaging, and shipping documentation. Goods ship FOB Cochin or Vizhinjam, or CIF to your destination port, with any certificates you ordered attached.
What it actually costs
Indicative FOB Cochin prices, published openly. These are real working bands, not teasers — your quote lands inside them unless your spec is unusual. Payment is 50% advance, 50% on production completion (before dispatch). FOB Cochin (CIF and DDP quoted on request).
| Product | Spec | FOB price (USD) | MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand towel | 450–500 GSM | $0.90–$1.40 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Bath towel — economy | 400–450 GSM | $1.40–$2.20 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Bath towel — mid-range | 500–550 GSM | $2.20–$2.80 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Bath towel — luxury | 600 GSM | $2.80–$3.50 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Bath towel — ultra | 650–700 GSM | $3.80–$5.00 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Pool / beach towel | 480–520 GSM | $2.20–$2.80 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Salon / barber towel | 400–450 GSM | $1.10–$1.60 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Gym towel | 400–450 GSM | $1.20–$1.70 /pc | 500 pcs |
| Bath mat | 800–1000 GSM | $1.80–$2.80 /pc | 500 pcs |
How the price moves with volume
Most suppliers will not show you this curve. Here it is.
| Order size | Where you land | Typical buyer |
|---|---|---|
| 500–999 pcs | Trial pricing | Trial runs. Above list, and we say so up front. |
| 1,000–2,499 pcs | 8–12% off | Wholesale pricing begins at 2,000 pcs / SKU. |
| 2,500–4,999 pcs | 15–20% off | Multi-property and small distributor volume. |
| 5,000–9,999 pcs | 22–27% off | Distributor and hotel-group programmes. |
| 10,000+ pcs | 30–35% off | Full-container programmes, quoted per run. |
In plain terms
- Hand towel (450–500 GSM) costs $0.90–$1.40 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Bath towel — economy (400–450 GSM) costs $1.40–$2.20 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Bath towel — mid-range (500–550 GSM) costs $2.20–$2.80 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Bath towel — luxury (600 GSM) costs $2.80–$3.50 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Bath towel — ultra (650–700 GSM) costs $3.80–$5.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Pool / beach towel (480–520 GSM) costs $2.20–$2.80 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Salon / barber towel (400–450 GSM) costs $1.10–$1.60 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Gym towel (400–450 GSM) costs $1.20–$1.70 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
- Bath mat (800–1000 GSM) costs $1.80–$2.80 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
Bands are indicative and reviewed quarterly. Cotton is a traded commodity — a firm quote against your exact specification is free and takes one working day.
Bath Linen Products for the Australia Market
Hotel Bath Towel
500–700 GSM · 70×140 cm
Ring-spun combed cotton bath towels for hotels and resorts. Soft hand-feel, high absorbency, 150+ wash durability. White, ivory, custom dyed. Custom dobby/jacquard border.
Hand & Face Towel
500–600 GSM · 40×60 cm / 30×30 cm
Matching guest room hand and face towels in ring-spun combed cotton. Low lint, fast absorbency, hotel-spec finishing.
Pool & Beach Towel
450–600 GSM · 75×150 / 90×180 cm
Yarn-dyed cabana stripe, reactive-print, or jacquard pool towels for resorts, cruise ships and beach clubs. Pantone-matched colourfast.
Bath Robe
350–550 GSM · Waffle / Terry / Velour
Hotel and spa bathrobes - waffle, terry and velour weaves. Custom embroidery for hotel crests. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 on request.
Pestemal / Hammam Towel
300–400 GSM · 90×170 cm
Lightweight Turkish-style flat-weave towels for spas, hammams, beach clubs and cruise ships. GOTS organic option.
Gym & Sports Towel
400–500 GSM · 40×80 cm
Compact ring-spun cotton sports towels for hotel gyms and fitness chains. Custom embroidered or woven logo border.
Bath Mat
800–1000 GSM · 50×80 cm
Thick reinforced-hem bath mats for hotel bathrooms. Highly absorbent, withstands daily commercial laundering.
F&B Linen (Tablecloth/Napkin)
200–280 GSM · Custom sizes
Hotel restaurant tablecloths, napkins and kitchen towels. Stain-release finish available. Custom embroidery and hem.
Export Details: India → Australia
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Destination Ports | Sydney · Melbourne · Brisbane · Fremantle (Perth) |
| Sea Freight Transit | 18–25 days from Cochin |
| Air Freight | SYD, MEL, BNE · 4–6 working days |
| Incoterms | FOB Cochin · CIF · Ex-Works |
| Import Duty (Towels HS 6302.60) | HS 6302.60 - 0% under the Australia-India ECTA (Certificate of Origin needed) |
| Import Duty (Bed Linen HS 6302.21) | HS 6302.21 - 0% under the Australia-India ECTA (Certificate of Origin needed) |
| Payment | T/T, L/C - AUD / USD accepted |
| Certifications Accepted | OEKO-TEX, GOTS, AS/NZS textile labelling |
Why Australia Buyers Choose Anabyn
ECTA Duty-Free Access
Cotton bath towels and bed linen from India qualify for 0% duty under the Australia-India ECTA. We provide the Certificate of Origin your broker needs to claim it.
OEKO-TEX on Request
Many Australian retailers ask for OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Tell us before you order and we run your towels on certified lines and share the certificate number.
Aged-Care & Hospital Linen
AS/NZS-compliant healthcare linen for Australian aged-care and hospital providers - antimicrobial finish options.
AS/NZS Labelling Compliant
Care labels meet AS/NZS 1957 textile-labelling requirements with fibre %, care symbols and country of origin.
Biosecurity-Ready Packing
New cartons, no timber dunnage, and packing declarations prepared for DAFF biosecurity clearance. Ask your broker if your shipment needs anything extra.
Direct to SYD/MEL/BNE
Weekly sailings Cochin → Melbourne and Sydney. 18–22 days east-coast, 22–25 days west-coast (Fremantle).
Export Documents Provided
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the import duty on cotton towels from India to Australia?
Under the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), in force since 29 December 2022, cotton towels (HS 6302.60) and bed linen (HS 6302.21) from India enter Australia at 0% duty. You need a Certificate of Origin to claim the preference, which we provide.
How long does sea freight take from India to Australia?
Cochin → Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane (east coast): 18–22 days. Fremantle (Perth, west coast): 22–25 days. Air freight 4–6 days.
Do you supply Australian aged-care providers?
Yes. We can supply Australian aged-care and hospital networks with AS/NZS-compliant linen including antimicrobial finish options, reinforced stitching for industrial laundering, and colour-coded sets.
Can you provide AS/NZS-compliant labels?
Yes - care labels with fibre content, care symbols, and country of origin printed to AS/NZS 1957 standards.
What does Australian biosecurity check on towel shipments?
Finished cotton towels are processed goods, so the main checks are on packing: new cartons, no untreated timber, and a packing declaration. We pack to that standard. Your broker confirms anything specific to your entry.
What is the MOQ for Australian retail private label?
Retail private-label: typically 3,000–5,000 pcs per SKU. Boutique hospitality and Airbnb operators: Trial runs from 500 pcs.
Do you offer OEKO-TEX certified products?
Yes, on request. Tell us before you order and we run your towels on OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified lines and share the certificate number.
Do you supply quilt covers and commercial linen as well as towels?
Yes. We make quilt covers (duvet covers), fitted and flat sheets and pillowcases alongside towels, so a hotel, motel or aged-care provider can fill one container. Australian sizes like the queen quilt cover are standard for us.
Can you handle Airbnb-scale Australian orders?
Yes. We can supply individual Airbnb operators and property-management portfolios - trial runs from 500 pcs, mixed-product containers accepted.
What GSM towels do you supply for hotels?
We supply 400–700 GSM ring-spun combed cotton bath towels. 500–550 GSM is the most common mid-range hospitality spec; 600–700 GSM is 5-star and luxury resort spec. Pool, beach and gym towels are 400–500 GSM. We match GSM to spec on every shipment.
Do you offer OEM and private-label towel manufacturing?
Yes. Custom woven label, embroidered hotel crest, dobby or jacquard border, retail-ready packaging, EAN-13 barcoded for retail and FNSKU-barcoded for Amazon FBA. MOQ for private label is 2,000 pieces per SKU. Sampling 6–8 weeks before production.
Are your towels OEKO-TEX certified?
On request. OEKO-TEX Standard 100 means fabrics and dyes are tested against strict limits on harmful substances. Tell us before you order and we run your towels on certified lines and share the certificate number, which you can check on oeko-tex.com.
Can you do reactive-print and yarn-dye beach towels?
Yes. Reactive-print velour terry beach towels with full-coverage Pantone-matched designs (MOQ 500 per design), and yarn-dye cabana stripe / jacquard woven towels with inherently colourfast threads. Both options used by major beach resorts and cruise operators.
What is the lead time for hotel towel orders?
Plain white hotel towels: 30–45 days production lead time. Custom embroidered towels: 35–50 days. Reactive-print beach towels: 45–60 days. Add sea-freight transit time (typically 10–30 days depending on destination).
Do you supply GOTS-certified organic cotton towels?
Yes. GOTS-certified organic cotton bath towels and robes with chain-of-custody documentation. Used by sustainable hospitality, organic retail and eco-conscious DTC brands.
Can you handle Amazon FBA / DTC e-commerce fulfilment?
Yes. FNSKU pre-labeling, Amazon-spec polybag packaging, palletisation to FBA receiving requirements, and shipping plan ID integration. We supply many US, UK and EU DTC and Amazon-marketplace brands.
What quality-inspection standard do you use?
Every production run is inspected to AQL 2.5 (industry retail standard). AQL 1.5 (stricter) available on request for luxury hospitality, Japanese market, or premium retail. Independent third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek) arranged at buyer cost.
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