Queentex Kimya has grown in the fields of Denim, Weaving, Knitting, and Leather with its 300 products where 148 of them to be registered with the global standard of ZDHC Level 3.1. After covering the domestic market swiftly, Queentex started to export in 2021. Adapting to global norms like ZDHC, GOTS, and EIM Score registrations and certificates in 1 year provided a huge advantage in the big leap to the global market. Fikret Kütük, Sales & Technical Director at Queentex Kimya, is an industrial engineer by education and has been immersed in the denim washing industry since 2009. His global experience spans top laundries in Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan, providing him with a unique edge in resolving customer challenges across R&D, post-production, and production. His strong mechanical knowledge further enhances his ability to tackle issues related to washing processes and factory machinery. Mr. Kütük’s extensive expertise is poised to add substantial value to the Bangladesh textile industry. Recently team Denim Focus had a conversation with Fikret Kütük, key discussion points are mentioned below-
Figure: Fikret Kütük, Sales & Technical Director at Queentex KimyaQ: Can you please brief us about your company’s recent developments?
Fikret Kütük: At Queentex Kimya, we have been continuously evolving since our inception in 2019. Recently, we expanded our operations into Bangladesh in 2024, marking a significant milestone in our growth strategy. This expansion is accompanied by ongoing investments in research and development, enhancing our manufacturing processes, and ensuring our product portfolio meets international standards such as the ZDHC Level 3 Gateway registration. These developments enable us to deliver tailor-made solutions and superior technical support to our partners worldwide.
Q: How do you see the Bangladesh market?
Fikret Kütük: We view the Bangladesh market as one of the most dynamic and promising sectors in the global textile industry. With Bangladesh emerging as a major hub for textile and denim manufacturing, the demand for high-quality chemical auxiliaries and innovative technical solutions is rapidly growing. We believe that our commitment to quality and our ability to offer customized support will allow us to contribute significantly to the evolving landscape of this market.
Q: What are the main strengths of your company and products?
Fikret Kütük: Our key strengths lie in our relentless focus on innovation, quality, and customer-centric service. We manufacture our products in Turkey under strict quality control, and our adherence to international standards—such as our ZDHC Level 3 Gateway registration—underscores our commitment to environmental safety and sustainability. Additionally, we back our products with comprehensive technical support that spans research and development, production, and post-production phases. This holistic approach, combined with competitive pricing, ensures that our partners receive both value and reliability.
Q: What inspired you to explore your products in the Bangladesh Market?
Fikret Kütük: Bangladesh’s central role in the global textile supply chain inspired us to bring our advanced chemical solutions to this market. Recognizing the potential to enhance production efficiency and quality in one of the world’s most prolific textile centers, we saw an opportunity to contribute our expertise and innovative products. Our goal is to support local manufacturers with tailored solutions that address both current challenges and future growth opportunities in the industry.Q:
How do you compare Bangladesh market with the other industry in this sub-continent?
Fikret Kütük: The Bangladesh textile market distinguishes itself through its scale, rapid growth, and global competitiveness. Unlike other markets in the sub-continent, Bangladesh benefits from a mature infrastructure and a longstanding tradition in textile manufacturing, which creates a robust demand for high-quality auxiliaries and chemicals. We believe that our products and technical services are particularly well-suited to meet the unique challenges and opportunities found in this market, making it a strategic focus for our expansion.
Q: Any message from you to the industry?
Fikret Kütük: We encourage the industry to embrace innovation and sustainable practices. At Queentex Kimya, we are committed to supporting the growth of the textile sector by offering advanced, environmentally compliant solutions that enhance productivity and product quality. We believe that collaboration between industry stakeholders and suppliers is essential to drive progress. Our message is clear: let’s work together to build a resilient, forward-thinking textile industry that sets new standards in excellence.
