500 GSM Towels - Wholesale from India
The mid-tier hotel standard · Balanced absorbency & dry time
Ring-spun cotton · MOQ 500 pcs
500 GSM Towels - The Mid-Tier Standard
500 GSM towels sit at the practical midpoint of the wholesale towel market - heavier and more absorbent than budget 400 GSM, without the drying-time and laundry-cost penalty of 600–700 GSM luxury towels. Anabyn manufactures 500 GSM ring-spun cotton towels from our Thrissur, Kerala facility for hotel groups, serviced apartment operators, and retail brands that need a genuine quality upgrade at manageable operating cost.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight (per m²) | 500 grams - mid-weight terry construction |
| Typical Weight per Piece | Bath towel (70x140cm): ~490g · Bath sheet (90x180cm): ~810g |
| Absorbency | High - absorbs approx. 5–6x its own weight in water |
| Dry Time (commercial dryer) | ~35–45 minutes - faster than 600 GSM, slower than 400 GSM |
| Feel | Substantial hand-feel without excessive bulk; the market's most common "quality" towel weight |
| Typical Use Case | 3-star to 4-star hotels, serviced apartments, mid-market retail, Airbnb/short-let operators |
| Cotton Type | Ring-spun combed cotton (standard) · Combed cotton (premium option) |
| Indicative FOB Price | $2.20–$2.80 per bath towel (70x140cm), volume and finish dependent |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100 |
| MOQ | 500 pieces per size/colour |
| HS Code | 6302.60 |
| FOB Port | Cochin (Kochi), Kerala, India |
GSM Tier Comparison
| GSM Tier | Typical Use Case | Feel | Indicative FOB Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 GSM | Gyms, spas, budget hotels, quick-turnover laundry | Light, thin, fast-drying | $1.60–$2.10/pc |
| 500 GSM | Mid-market hotels, serviced apartments, retail | Substantial, balanced | $2.20–$2.80/pc |
| 600 GSM | 4–5 star hotels, luxury retail | Plush, dense, absorbent | $2.90–$3.60/pc |
| 700 GSM | Ultra-luxury hotels, premium gifting | Very heavy, maximum plush | $3.70–$4.60/pc |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 500 GSM in a towel?
GSM (grams per square metre) measures fabric density and weight. A 500 GSM towel weighs 500 grams for every square metre of terry fabric - placing it in the "mid-weight" category, denser than budget 300–400 GSM towels but lighter than luxury 600–700 GSM towels.
Is 500 GSM a good quality towel?
Yes. 500 GSM is widely regarded as the practical sweet spot for commercial hospitality - it delivers noticeably better absorbency and hand-feel than 400 GSM, while drying roughly 20–30% faster than 600 GSM, keeping laundry turnaround and energy costs manageable for high-occupancy properties.
What hotels use 500 GSM towels?
500 GSM is the most common specification for 3-star and upper-mid-market 4-star hotels, serviced apartment operators, and short-let (Airbnb-style) property managers - properties that want a quality guest experience without the laundry-cost burden of 600–700 GSM towels.
How much does a 500 GSM towel weigh?
A standard 70x140cm bath towel at 500 GSM weighs approximately 490 grams. A larger 90x180cm bath sheet at the same GSM weighs approximately 810 grams. Weight scales directly with surface area at a fixed GSM.
What is the price difference between 400 GSM and 500 GSM towels?
Wholesale FOB pricing typically increases by $0.50–$0.70 per bath towel moving from 400 GSM to 500 GSM, reflecting the extra cotton yarn and processing time. Buyers should weigh this against guest-perceived quality improvement and laundry durability gains.
What is the MOQ for 500 GSM towels from India?
Minimum order is 500 pieces per size and colour combination. Standard lead time is 25–35 working days after sample approval, FOB Cochin, Kerala.
Does 500 GSM apply to bath towels only, or all towel types?
GSM applies to any terry product - face towels, hand towels, bath towels, and bath sheets can each be specified at 500 GSM. However, smaller items like face towels (30x30cm) are more commonly specified at 400–450 GSM since less bulk is needed for a smaller surface area.
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