Possibilities of Silk
Silk is not only used as a fiber material, but also as a biomaterial for food, cosmetics, medical and many other fields.
It is also attracting attention as a sustainable material in a sustainable society. Not only the thread that can be taken from cocoons, but also pupae before they become adults can be utilized as high-quality protein. It is a material that can be used in its entirety and is friendly to both people and the global environment.
01.Good for FOOD
Silk is a high-quality protein that contains more amino acids than foods high in essential amino acids such as milk and eggs. With food tech and entomophagy gaining attention, silk is attracting attention as an earth-friendly protein source. We believe that using silk is one of the effective approaches to tackle the protein crisis, global warming, and other mounting issues.
02.Good for WELLNESS
Fibroin, the main component of silk, is composed of 18 types of amino acids, which is almost the same as the composition of human skin. It is also similar in composition and balance to NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor), a skin moisturizing component that humans naturally possess. It is recognized to have excellent effects on beauty and health such as beautiful skin and moisturizing effects.
03.Good for MEDICAL
Silk is used not only as a fiber for clothing, but also as surgical sutures for wounds in actual medical practice. This fact shows the high biological safety of silk and its usefulness as a material for medical use. Research is currently being conducted on processing silk into sponges, non-woven fabrics, films, and other materials for practical use.
