What is a GSM calculator for towels?

A GSM calculator helps you determine the weight of a towel or fabric in grams per square metre. Enter the towel dimensions and GSM rating to get the exact weight - useful for comparing quality and shipping costs.

How do I calculate hotel par stock for towels and bed linen?

Hotel par stock is calculated by multiplying the number of rooms by the number of sets needed per room, then multiplying by the par level (usually 3–4). Our Par Stock Calculator automates this by room type and linen category.

What is the difference between FOB, CIF, and DDP Incoterms?

FOB (Free On Board) means the seller pays until goods are loaded on the vessel. CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) includes sea freight and insurance to destination port. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means the seller handles everything including import duties. Use our Incoterms Comparator to see exact cost breakdowns.

How many towels fit in a 20ft shipping container?

A 20ft FCL can typically hold 3,000–5,000 hotel bath towels depending on GSM and packing. Use our Container Load Calculator to enter your towel dimensions, GSM, and packing method to get an accurate count.

How do I convert thread count to GSM for bed linen?

Thread count and GSM measure different things - TC counts threads per inch while GSM measures weight. Our Thread Count ↔ GSM Converter estimates GSM from TC based on weave type (percale, sateen, or plain) and yarn count.

What documents are required to import textiles from India?

Common documents include: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, OEKO-TEX or quality certificates, and sometimes a Phytosanitary Certificate. Requirements vary by destination country - use our Export Doc Checklist to get a country-specific list.

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Einheit

Eingaben

Produktvorlage

Länge

Breite

GSM

g/m²

Formel: Länge × Breite × GSM ÷ 10.000 (in cm).

Ergebnis

490g

pro Stück

MittelschwerDie meisten 3- und 4-Sterne-Hotelbadetücher

2.04
Stück pro kg: 490 kg
pro 1.000 Stk.

140 × 70 cm × 500 GSM

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Zeile	Gewicht / Stück	Gewicht / 1.000 Stk.
1	490 g	490 kg
2	539 g	539 kg
3	810 g	810 kg

Zelle anklicken zum Bearbeiten. Enter oder Pfeiltasten wechseln die Zeile. GSM eingeben, um das Gewicht zu erhalten.

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The prices behind the calculators

The tools tell you how much and how many. Here is what it costs, published openly - indicative FOB Cochin bands at minimum order quantity.

Indicative FOB prices, specification and minimum order quantity by product
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
Sheet set — 200TC	Percale	$5.00–$7.50 /set	50 pcs per size
Sheet set — 300TC	Percale	$8.00–$11.00 /set	50 pcs per size
Sheet set — 400TC	Sateen	$11.00–$16.00 /set	50 pcs per size
Sheet set — 600TC	Sateen	$18.00–$28.00 /set	200 sets
Duvet cover	300–400TC	$9.00–$22.00 /pc	50 pcs per size
Bathrobe — waffle	300–350 GSM	$6.50–$9.00 /pc	50 pcs (white)
Bathrobe — terry	400–450 GSM	$9.50–$13.00 /pc	50 pcs (white)
Bathrobe — velour	500–600 GSM	$14.00–$19.00 /pc	50 pcs (white)
Polo shirt	Pique knit, 180–220 GSM, cotton or poly-cotton	$3.20–$4.50 /pc	500 pcs
T-shirt — budget	Single jersey, carded/OE cotton, 140–160 GSM	$1.50–$2.20 /pc	500 pcs
T-shirt — standard	Single jersey, combed ring-spun cotton, 160–180 GSM	$2.20–$2.90 /pc	500 pcs
T-shirt — premium	Single jersey, compact-combed bio-washed cotton, 180–200 GSM	$2.90–$3.80 /pc	500 pcs
Chef coat + skull cap	65/35 poly-cotton twill, 200–220 GSM	$6.50–$9.00 /pc	500 pcs
Apron (bib / waist)	Twill or canvas	$2.50–$3.80 /pc	500 pcs
Housekeeping tunic / dress	Poly-cotton	$5.50–$8.00 /pc	500 pcs
Front-office / spa shirt	Poly-cotton poplin	$4.50–$6.50 /pc	500 pcs

How the price moves with volume

Most suppliers will not show you this curve. Here it is.

Indicative price adjustment by order volume
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.
Sheet set — 200TC (Percale) costs $5.00–$7.50 per set FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs per size, produced in 30–45 days.
Sheet set — 300TC (Percale) costs $8.00–$11.00 per set FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs per size, produced in 30–45 days.
Sheet set — 400TC (Sateen) costs $11.00–$16.00 per set FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs per size, produced in 30–45 days.
Sheet set — 600TC (Sateen) costs $18.00–$28.00 per set FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 200 sets, produced in 30–45 days.
Duvet cover (300–400TC) costs $9.00–$22.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs per size, produced in 30–45 days.
Bathrobe — waffle (300–350 GSM) costs $6.50–$9.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs (white), produced in 30–45 days.
Bathrobe — terry (400–450 GSM) costs $9.50–$13.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs (white), produced in 30–45 days.
Bathrobe — velour (500–600 GSM) costs $14.00–$19.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 50 pcs (white), produced in 30–45 days.
Polo shirt (Pique knit, 180–220 GSM, cotton or poly-cotton) costs $3.20–$4.50 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
T-shirt — budget (Single jersey, carded/OE cotton, 140–160 GSM) costs $1.50–$2.20 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
T-shirt — standard (Single jersey, combed ring-spun cotton, 160–180 GSM) costs $2.20–$2.90 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
T-shirt — premium (Single jersey, compact-combed bio-washed cotton, 180–200 GSM) costs $2.90–$3.80 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
Chef coat + skull cap (65/35 poly-cotton twill, 200–220 GSM) costs $6.50–$9.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
Apron (bib / waist) (Twill or canvas) costs $2.50–$3.80 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
Housekeeping tunic / dress (Poly-cotton) costs $5.50–$8.00 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.
Front-office / spa shirt (Poly-cotton poplin) costs $4.50–$6.50 per piece FOB Cochin at a minimum order of 500 pcs, produced in 30–45 days.

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