Panda Biotech is bringing its certified U.S.-grown hemp to one of the world’s largest textile manufacturing systems.
The Dallas-based industrial hemp processor and operator of the largest hemp decortication facility in the Western Hemisphere announced a new strategic partnership with Culturewell Trading LLP and its subsidiary, Culturewell Hemp Pvt. Ltd. Together, the companies will launch India’s first fully integrated hemp fiber-to-yarn supply chain ecosystem.
The partners have established the infrastructure needed to transform Panda Biotech’s hemp from mechanically cottonized fiber into finished yarn, including degumming and spinning capabilities that were previously unavailable in India. Through Culturewell’s market expertise and established distribution network, the companies aim to drive adoption of high-performance hemp materials across India’s textile sector.
“What we have built with Panda Biotech is not simply a supply agreement, it is the foundation of an entirely new industrial framework for hemp in India,” said Culturewell CEO Rajesh Raizada. “Indian customers have been asking for hemp yarn, not just fiber. For the first time, we can deliver it—certified American-grown hemp, degummed, spun and ready for the mills. We are proud to bring the highest-quality, traceable U.S.-grown hemp products to India and to help build the sustainable hemp supply chain this market deserves.”
The companies emphasized that U.S.-grown hemp fiber processed in India may qualify for duty benefits on exports to the U.S. market, creating a meaningful cost edge over competing sources.
Products available through the partnership include textile-grade mechanically cottonized fiber, which is processed without scouring or bleaching. The fiber is ready to be blended with cotton or other cellulosic fibers and spun into coarse count yarns. Panda Biotech reports that mills have successfully spun from 6s to 30s yarns for knitting with this fiber. In addition, it has non-woven applications such as thermal and acoustic insulation, vacuum insulated panels, carpet backing, mattress ticking and more.
Degummed fiber that has been scoured and either bleached or semi-bleached for knits and lightweight fabrics and yarn produced by Culturewell are also available. The yarn contains 20-100 percent hemp. Every shipment is backed by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and USDA BioPreferred certifications.
India is a key opportunity for Panda Biotech. As demand accelerates for traceable, sustainable raw materials, the company said Indian mills are increasingly seeking reliable hemp fiber partners capable of delivering at scale with consistent quality.
In April, Panda Biotech made its India market debut at the Yarns & Fibers Expo in Mumbai, where its mechanically processed hemp fiber products drew significant interest from textile manufacturers, fiber processors and apparel brands across the region. The company said demand was especially strong for degummed hemp fiber and hemp yarn, particularly 20s and 30s single-count yarns in hemp blends ranging from 30–100 percent.
“India represents one of the most strategically important textile markets in the world,” said Panda Biotech president Dixie Carter. “The country’s mills and manufacturers are searching for high-quality natural fibers that can compete globally on consistency, performance, traceability and price. Through our partnership with Culturewell, we now have a trusted, experienced partner on the ground to accelerate adoption of American-grown hemp across India.”
