Mink blankets (also called Raschel blankets) were mainly made from acrylic fibers. The blanket is made from a synthetic acrylic blend. The typical make-up of a mink blanket is 85% acrylic and l5% polyester. The acrylic supplies the “softness” while the polyester keeps the mink blanket or throw blanket from wrinkling. It is woven to feel like mink. A blanket is a type of bedding. It is, generally speaking, a large piece of woven cloth, intended to keep the user warm, especially while sleeping or lying down. Mink blankets are the most luxurious and elegant bed products which can be used to elevate the interiors of home. Appreciated for their colorfastness, durability and fine textures these blankets are much loved by the people for their elegant designs. Their maintenance is very easy even simple cleaning will work well for these blankets. Soft enough in texture they provide relaxing and sound sleep by protecting the bodies from weather conditions.
The global blanket market size was valued at USD 17.0 billion in 2018. Growing application of blankets in the commercial sectors including travel and hospitality, military and defense, and charity is expected to have a positive impact on the market growth. Furthermore, the market has seen a boom as a result of innovation and ease of product availability in affordable price ranges. The demand for blankets is met through import and local production. Blanket is manufactured in standard sizes. The standards are based on the surface area of the blankets and the specific weight of the blankets. Accordingly, blankets could be light or medium in weight.
Few Indian major players are as under:
· Best Textiles Ltd.
· Deepak Woollens Pvt. Ltd.
· Golden Texo Fabs Pvt. Ltd.
· Kadri Mills (C B E) Pvt. Ltd.
· C M Pvt. Ltd.
· Oswal Cottex Exports Ltd.