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What is "Raw Silk" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 17-May-2023 (1 year, 4 days ago)
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Raw Silk
Silk in its natural state with serecin intact. Silk can be degummed in an alkaline solution. Raw silk is the strongest type of silk.
Raw Silk
The Untreated silk as reeled from a cocoon or the Fabric or yarn made from untreated silk.
Raw Silk
Continuous Filaments Or Strands Containing No Twist, Drawn Off Or Reeled From Silk Cocoons.
Raw Silk
Reeled silk directly from cocoon with slight twist.

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