Due to strong demand, large volumes of CTC tea were sold at high rates, during last week, in Coonoor.

All CTC tea varieties were in great demand. The total tea sold on November 2 and 4 was around 11,53,048 kg tea, out of which CTC leaf contributed to 8,06,838 kg, whereas CTC Dust 2,85,139 kg.

The brighter and medium forms of CTC leaf also experienced strong demand, and sold at firm levels. On the other hand, the smaller brokens and fanning became costlier by around Rs two.

Brighter liquoring dusts were also sold at superior levels, increased by Rs 2 to Rs 4, whereas the plainer ones by around Rs 2.

Around 41,798 kg of orthodox dust was sold, and primary dusts were sold at irregular prices.