FAQs

01 ABOUT JUTE


What is jute?

Jute is a long, soft, shiny, versatile vegetable fibre that can be spun into strong and fine yarn. It belongs to the genus Corchorus, family Malvaceae. Found in abundance in India, jute has the potential to be a substitute for more expensive fibres and scarce forest resources.


Broadly, jute can be classified into three varieties: Tossa Jute (Corchorus olitorius), White Jute (Corchorus capsularis) and Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus).


Jute is increasingly used in horticulture, construction and civil works, home décor, fashion and lifestyle, food packaging, sports, and other industries. It is a natural, sturdy alternative to synthetic fibres, and is often preferred for its biodegradable nature.


As a biodegradable fibre, jute has a smaller carbon footprint than plastic. Plastic is non-biodegradable and remains in the environment for a much longer period, polluting water and the soil. Jute, apart from being eco-friendly, has a silky lustre with high tensile strength and low extensibility. It also has heat- and fire-retardant properties.


Natural jute is golden-brown in colour, but it can be dyed into different colours depending on your requirements and design choices.


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Jute is completely biodegradable and eco-friendly.

02 FABRIC


Ludlow makes fabric that is between 8 cm (3.14 inches) and 503 cm (198 inches) wide, with GSM ranging from 44 to 610.


Ludlow has the requisite facilities to make rot-proof and fire-retardant fabric.


Juco is a natural fabric which is a blend of jute (75%) and cotton (25%) by weight. The following qualities of juco are used to produce shopping bags:
– 11×11 PSI
– 13×13 PSI
– 15×14 PSI
– 17×17 PSI

03 COLOURS AND DYEING


Yes, Ludlow has in-house facilities for dyeing yarn and fabric.


Ludlow always uses AZO-free colours for printing. AZO-free dyeing is available on request.


Ludlow can make bags in any colour or shade you prefer. For a custom shade, we require a minimum order of 2000 bags (subject to the consumption of fabric.)


Since Ludlow uses only natural fibres, colours and shades may vary from lot to lot. We also do not guarantee colour fastness.

04 LAMINATION


Yes, Ludlow has in-house facilities for dyeing yarn and fabric.


Ludlow always uses AZO-free colours for printing. AZO-free dyeing is available on request.

05 PLACING AN ORDER


There are many permutations of styles, sizes, handle types and printing possible and we are also happy to create a new product for you. For an accurate estimate of price and cost, please send us at Ludlow your specifications for us to quote you a price.


Yes of course. Samples are available at approximately $10 to $30 each, depending on the product category, with freight collection. We usually take 7 to 10 days to prepare the samples.


Our minimum order quantity is 500 pieces per style and colour.


Our bags start at approximately $0.40 per piece. Prices depend on fabric type, bag size, handle type, printing, and quantity. To get the exact price of a bag, please provide us relevant details, and we will send you a quotation within one business day.


Our bags start at approximately $0.40 per piece. Prices depend on fabric type, bag size, handle type, printing, and quantity. To get the exact price of a bag, please provide us relevant details, and we will send you a quotation within one business day.


Our normal production time is 35 to 40 days for 1000 bags. In case you have an urgent requirement, please inform us before you place your order, and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

06 SHIPPING


We will send you the consignment by your preferred mode of shipping. There are three options available to you.
By Sea: This is a cost-effective mode of shipping. It is not suitable for small quantities like 300/500 pieces. The shipping time is approximately 4 to 6 weeks, depending on your location.
By Air: While more expensive than sea, this is a faster mode of shipping suitable for urgent orders. The shipping time is approximately 5 to 6 days.
By Courier: This is the most expensive option, but is better suited to smaller orders as you won’t have to maintain customs processes in your country. With this method (DDU), you can get goods at your door within 5 to 6 business days of despatch.


● Our production lead time is 35 – 40 days for the first 20’ FCL after approval of sample.
● Payment is usually 30% advance, balance on proof of shipment.
● Shipment terms FOB and CIF.


We normally pack our bags in a 5-ply corrugated carton with a polythene bag inside. If you would like each product placed in a single poly bag, please inform us before placing the order. Specific carton sizes are available on request for orders of 20,000 pieces or more.


We take utmost care to ensure the highest quality of our products. Ludlow’s team has over forty man-years of industry experience and is dedicated to checking every product carefully. We also welcome you to inspect your goods before shipping (at your own cost) so that you are assured of the quality.

07 CUSTOMISATION


We offer multiple options for customisation of bags. If you don’t find a bag design that you like on our website, please send us an email with a design and description of the bag you would like. Our team will help design and manufacture the bag as per your specifications.


We can customise your bags with your logo and any message.


You may submit the artwork for your designs in any of the following formats:
● PSD
● CDR
● JPEG
● PDF


We can print up to 14 colours. After you share your designs, we can assist by suggesting some modifications for better visibility.


Sizes may vary by up to 1 cm.


We offer the following options for handles:
● Cane handle
● Bamboo handle
● Self handle
● Cotton tape handle
● Cotton padded handle
● Cotton rope handle
● Leather handle

+91 33 4050 6300

info@ludlowjute.com

Ludlow Jute & Specialities Limited,
Kankaria Estate, 5th Floor, 6, Little Russell Street,
Kolkata - 700071, India.

Your Premier Destination for Quality Jute Materials, Globally Delivered- USA, UK, Europe, India and Other Countries.