Imperium Fiber
Outerwear,
Warmer for Less
Warm as wool, soft as silk. Blending hemp/wool together gets best of both worlds
Wool Performance at a Hemp Price
Jackets, overshirts, and warm outer layers still lean on wool for insulation, strength, and hand. A hemp/wool blend keeps that thermal profile and soft next-to-skin feel while cutting material cost, starting at a 24s yarn count built for outerwear constructions.
24s
Starting yarn count
Hemp/Wool
Thermal blend for outerwear
Lower
Cost vs wool-only cloth
Imperium vs Wool
Imperium yarn leaves
wool-only behind
| Factor | Imperium24s hemp/wool | WoolWool-only yarn | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal insulation cold-weather programs expect | Yes | Yes | |
| Soft, lofted hand next to skin | Yes | Yes | |
| Lower fiber cost than wool-only cloth | Yes | No | |
| Hemp strength at sleeves, elbows, and seams | Yes | No | |
| Warmth without paying full-wool across the yarn | Yes | No |
Where 24s Hemp/Wool Fits
Start from a 24s hemp/wool yarn and match construction to the garment. The blend does the thermal work; the knit or weave sets the hand.
Jackets, chore coats
ConstructionMidweight woven or double knit
Why 24s hemp/woolInsulation plus hemp strength at stress points, without a full-wool price
Overshirts, shackets
ConstructionBrushed or plain weave
Why 24s hemp/woolSoft wool hand with hemp durability for everyday outer layers
Cold-weather mid-layers
ConstructionFrench terry or interlock
Why 24s hemp/woolThermal loft and moisture management for layering under a shell
Hats, scarves, trims
ConstructionFine gauge knit from 24s
Why 24s hemp/woolSoft next-to-skin warmth that matches the jacket story on cost
Blankets, throw layers
ConstructionHeavier weave or knit
Why 24s hemp/woolSame blend scaled up for home-adjacent warmth programs
Warmth Without the Wool Premium
Specifying wool usually means paying wool prices across the whole yarn. Hemp/wool keeps the thermal insulation, strength with the softness your customers crave.
Graded to the HFGA US Hemp Textile Standard.
More about Imperium hemp/wool
Why blend hemp with wool?
Wool brings thermal loft and a soft hand; hemp adds tensile strength and abrasion resistance at sleeves, elbows, and outdoor wear, while lowering fiber cost versus wool-only cloth.
What is 24s hemp/wool?
A starting yarn count built for outerwear constructions. The blend does the thermal work; knit or weave sets the hand for jackets, overshirts, mid-layers, and trims.
Does it keep wool's warmth?
Yes. Hemp/wool traps warm air the way wool programs expect, so jackets and mid-layers stay warm without jumping to a heavier, costlier all-wool yarn.
How does cost compare to wool-only?
Replacing a slice of wool with hemp lowers fiber cost while keeping the warmth and comfort story intact, which is how a cold-weather line hits margin without thinning the cloth.
Is it soft enough for next-to-skin layers?
Wool keeps the soft, lofted hand people buy outerwear for. Hats, scarves, and mid-layers knit from 24s match the jacket story on both feel and cost.
What certifications or standards apply?
Outerwear programs follow Imperium's restricted-substance and grading approach; ask us for the lot documentation that matches your jacket or mid-layer brief.
What are your minimum order quantities?
MOQs vary by count and construction. Sampling quantities are available before you commit to a production run.
How do I get a sample?
Tell us the jacket, mid-layer, or accessory brief. We will start from 24s hemp/wool and match the construction to your warmth and cost targets.
Spec the cold-weather
line on hemp/wool
Tell us the jacket, mid-layer, or accessory brief. We will start from 24s hemp/wool and match the construction to your warmth and cost targets.
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Does Supima Hemp Shed Microplastics?
No. Supima hemp is US-grown hemp with Supima cotton, so it has no polyester filament to shed. Plant-fiber lint in laundry is not plastic shedding.
Is Supima Hemp a Natural Alternative to Polyester?
Yes. Supima hemp is a natural alternative to polyester for sheets and towels: cellulose inputs, no plastic filament, and no polyester microplastic shed.
Supima Hemp Sheets Without Plastic Shedding
Supima hemp sheets are US-grown hemp and Supima cotton. With no polyester filament in the yarn, they do not bring plastic shedding to the bed.