Quality Grading
A commercial classification assigned to textiles indicates that the material contains minor imperfections that prevent its sale as premium grade. The designation of second quality fabric applies to linen cloth that has exceeded the maximum allowable defect points per roll during final inspection. This grading system ensures that buyers receive materials that meet their manufacturing standards while allowing mills to sell non-conforming batches at a discount.
It protects the integrity of the mill’s primary brand by clearly separating top-tier output from irregular lots.
Defect Threshold
Loom defects like broken picks, thick bars, and oil stains are tallied on an inspection table using standard point systems. When a linen roll is graded as second quality fabric, the concentration of these defects exceeds the threshold agreed in the sales contract. This categorization means the fabric cannot be used for high-end garments without significant waste.
Market Valuation
Deductions are applied to the unit price of these rolls to compensate for the unusable areas during garment cutting. Since second quality fabric cannot be exported to premium brands, it is usually redirected to domestic industrial applications or home furnishing projects. This alternative distribution helps the mill recover the raw material cost of the flax.
