US hemp company dreams of spinning options
US-based Hemp Traders is launching a line hemp knit fabrics that are woven and dyed in Los Angeles.
The company, which was founded in 1994, is offering jersey for t-shirts, French terry for sweatshirts and pants, and rib knit for accessories and apparel.
"Many customers want hemp textiles that are made in America," said Hemp Traders president Lawrence Serbin.
However, the yarn has to be imported from China.
"While still need to import hemp yarns from China since the machines literally don't exist in the US," continued Serbin, "this is a huge step towards building the market.
"We are currently working with farmers and processors to add decortication, processing and spinning facilities. The goal is to perform the entire process in the US using American grown hemp."
