EVALUATION OF COTTON FIBER QUALITY BASED ON NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Keywords:
Cotton fiber, quality indicators, national standards, international standards, testing methodology, technological quality, export potential, quality control.Abstract
This article analyzes the role of national and international standards in assessing cotton fiber quality, the determination of quality indicators, and testing methodologies. The direct impact of cotton fiber quality on product quality and export potential is examined, and testing processes based on standards are described in detail. In addition, modern testing equipment, international requirements in quality control systems, and national regulations are comparatively analyzed. The article also provides practical recommendations for improving cotton fiber quality, standardization, and producing competitive products for international markets.
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