Over the centuries, cotton production spread beyond the Indian subcontinent. In the 8th century, Arab traders brought cotton to Europe, where it quickly gained popularity. It was not until the 12th century that Europeans began to produce their own cotton fabrics, which led to an increase in demand.
The industrial revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries marked a turning point in the history of cotton. With the invention of machines such as the "Spinning Jenny" and the mechanical loom, cotton could be processed faster and more efficiently. These developments led to a huge increase in cotton production and processing, which revolutionized the textile industry.
