Indian textile heritage
Ahimsa Silk
Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka peace-silk units
Impact score
65/ 100
Moderate
A blended indicator of water, carbon, chemical load, durability and recyclability.
Measured impact per kg of fibre
Water footprint5,200 L / kg
Carbon footprint11 kg CO₂e / kg
Process energy61 MJ / kg
Microfibre sheddingNo shedding
BiodegradableYes
Durability12 years typical wear
Recyclability45 / 100
Data confidence
lowLow confidence — limited published data, treat as indicative
Sources: Central Silk Board 2022
Figures are cradle-to-gate averages per kilogram of fibre or fabric, not measurements of your specific garment. A typical adult shirt weighs roughly 0.2 kg.
Qualitative ratings
Water useModerate
Carbon footprintModerate
Chemical loadLow
DurabilityModerate
RecyclabilityPoor once blended
What is it
Silk reeled after the moth leaves the cocoon, so no pupae are boiled.
Why it matters
Avoids killing the pupae, at the cost of shorter filaments and more spinning energy.
Water Carbon Chemicals End of life
What you can do
Expect a slightly matte, textured finish; verify with the producer directly.