Yarn
Yak Wool Yarn
Premium Mongolian yak wool — warmer than cashmere, naturally low-irritant.
Combed from Mongolian highland yaks. Exceptionally warm, soft, and naturally sustainable — a rising favourite for heritage and outerwear collections.
| Composition | 100% Mongolian Yak Wool |
|---|---|
| Count Range | Nm 12/1 · 14.5/1 · 16/1 · 22/2 |
| Ply Options | Single-ply, 2-ply |
| Fibre Details | Average micron: 16.5–20.5 · Staple: 30–50 mm |
| MOQ | 100 kg per colour |
| Lead Time | Immediate ex-stock · ~1 month produced |
Per kilogram
Colour Availability
Colour Range
Yak down is naturally brown, so dyeing can only take it darker — there is no route back to pastels or brights. Four natural browns are available undyed, and three dyed shades on top: Black, Dark Navy and Charcoal. Seven colourways in total, all drawn from our standard colour card. Yak is not always held in stock — we confirm the current position with your quotation.
A physical colour card with all 81 shades, in real dyed cashmere, is available on request. Order a colour card →
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Certified to MNS 6926:2021
Independently tested Micron and yarn count verified at an accredited laboratory
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How Yak Wool Compares
Key differences between our yarn types. Hover any underlined term for an explanation.
| Attribute | 100% Cashmere | Sheep Wool | Camel Wool | Yak Wool | Blended |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micron | 15.5–16.5 | 26–30 | 18–22 | 16.5–20.5 | Varies |
| Staple Length | 39–42 mm | 50–100 mm | 32–44 mm | 30–50 mm | Varies |
| Count Range | Nm 26/2 · 14.5/1 · 16/1 | Nm 12/1, 14.5/1, 16/1 | Nm 12/1, 14.5/1, 16/1, 22/2 | Nm 12/1, 14.5/1, 16/1, 22/2 | Variable |
| Ply Options | 2-ply and singles | Single | Single, 2-ply | Single, 2-ply | Single, 2-ply |
| MOQ | 100 kg / colour | 100 kg / colour | 100 kg / colour | 100 kg / colour | 100 kg / blend / colour |
| Lead Time | Immediate ex-stock · ~1 month produced | Immediate ex-stock · ~1 month produced | Immediate ex-stock · ~1 month produced | Immediate ex-stock · ~1 month produced | Made to order · 5–6 weeks |
| Colour Range | 81 + Pantone | 81 + Pantone | 81 + Pantone | 4 natural browns + 3 dyed | 81 + Pantone |
| Best For | Fine-gauge luxury knits | Structured outerwear | Heritage & natural ranges | Heritage, warmth-focused | Custom performance |
- Micron
- Average fibre diameter. Lower = finer and softer.
- Staple Length
- Length of individual fibres. Longer = stronger and less pilling.
- Count Range
- Nm metric count — higher number = finer yarn.
- MOQ
- Minimum order quantity.