Handicraft · Jammu and Kashmir

Kani Shawl

Kani Shawl is a GI-protected handicraft from Jammu and Kashmir, registered as a Geographical Indication of India in 2008.

Origin state: Jammu and Kashmir
Region: North
Category: Handicraft
GI registered: 2008

Why it matters for global buyers

As a Geographical Indication, Kani Shawl carries verified provenance that discerning global buyers increasingly demand — a defensible, origin-authentic category backed by Indian law.

Because Kani Shawl carries a Geographical Indication, only producers from Jammu and Kashmir may legally use the name — giving your brand a story of provenance and authenticity that imitators cannot claim. We connect you directly to the verified artisan clusters behind it.

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Turn this heritage into a sourcing plan

Kani Shawl sits inside a wider sourcing ecosystem — explore the cluster, sector and economics behind it.

Jammu and Kashmir sourcing profile Srinagar hub Handicrafts & Home Decor sector

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Last updated 28 Jun 2026 Figures are indicative sourcing benchmarks compiled from exporter quotes, India trade-scheme notifications and public customs tariffs. Confirm live pricing and HS classification before contracting.

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