How sustainable is
Ramie
?
Ramie is also called stinging nettle. It is one of the oldest fibers used for textiles by humans, but not a very common fibre today. It can be considered sustainable if the origin is Europe, since it can differ a lot in the process of production of ramie between countries. China has long grown ramie and it is also called “China grass”. Ramie is a very strong fibre, even stronger when it is wet. Despite this, it is not very durable, so it is often blended with other fibres. It is similar to flax, and does not take dye as well as cotton.
bergstrand material GUIDE ranking*
Approved
Approved materials may be less expensive than preferred materials, but may not be as ethical or sustainable in their production. While approved materials are not considered the best option, they may be used in clothing production as long as certain standards and guidelines are followed.
* The Bergstrand Material Guide Ranking is only a guide. Our consultants can help with accurate assessments of your brand’s use of materials.
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Les Argonautes