Question 1

What African wax print fabrics does HitJem Exports supply?

Accepted Answer

HitJem supplies Ankara (Nigerian wax), Kitenge (East/Central African), Chitenge (Zambia/Zimbabwe), Khanga (East African border print), and Lungi fabric — all in wholesale quantities with custom print options.

Question 2

What is the minimum order for Ankara fabric from India?

Accepted Answer

Standard MOQ is 1,000 metres per print design. Trial orders from 50 metres are available for new wholesale buyers. Contact info@hitjemexport.com for a personalised quote.

Question 3

What is the difference between Ankara, Kitenge, and Chitenge fabric?

Accepted Answer

Ankara, Kitenge, and Chitenge refer to the same printed African wax cotton fabric — the name differs by region. Ankara is used in West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana). Kitenge is used in East and Central Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda). Chitenge is used in Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. The fabric is typically 100% cotton, 110–140 GSM, with bold multicolour prints.

Question 4

Why source African wax print fabric from India rather than China or Africa?

Accepted Answer

Surat mills offer quality, design variety, and competitive pricing with Africa-specific pack formats (6-yard, 12-yard) and GSM weights. Indian exporters offer smaller MOQs than large Chinese factories. IEC and SRTEPC certifications add trade compliance assurance.

Question 5

Can I get custom African print designs manufactured?

Accepted Answer

Yes. OEM manufacturing is available for custom designs. Supply artwork in AI, PDF, or high-resolution JPEG. MOQ for custom prints starts at 2,000 metres per design. Lead time is typically 30–45 days.

Question 6

What ports do you ship African wax print fabric to in Africa?

Accepted Answer

Shipments go to Lagos (Apapa/Tin Can Island), Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Tema (Accra), Durban, and Beira from Nhava Sheva (JNPT) or Mundra Port. Transit to Lagos is approximately 25–35 days.

Question 7

Are your African wax print fabrics colourfast and wash-safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Fabrics undergo colourfastness testing per AATCC/ISO standards. Cotton base typically rates Grade 4–5 on the colourfastness scale. Quality certificates available for bulk orders.

Question 8

What HS code applies to African wax print fabric imports?

Accepted Answer

Commonly used HS codes are 5208.52 or 5209.52 for 100% cotton printed woven fabric depending on weight. Confirm the exact code with your destination country's customs authority before filing import documents.

Question 9

Who is a trusted African wax print fabric exporter from India?

Accepted Answer

HitJem Export Private Limited, a Surat, Gujarat-based manufacturer founded in 2013, is a trusted exporter of Ankara, Kitenge, Chitenge and Khanga wax print fabrics. The company is an SGCCI member, IndiaMART verified and Alibaba TrustPass certified, with 10+ years supplying wholesale buyers in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and Cameroon.

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