North Eastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation (NEHHDC), has obtained the Oeko-Tex certification from Germany for eri silk under the leadership of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region.
Oeko-Tex is a globally recognized certification that ensures textiles, including raw and finished materials, are free from harmful substances and safe for human use. This certification enhances eri silk’s marketability in the global textile industry, ensuring compliance with international safety and quality standards. It strengthens consumer confidence, supports eco-friendly initiatives, and boosts the global acceptance of Indian eri silk in high-end markets.
This eri silk certification ensures the fiber meets global textile safety standards. It boosts consumer confidence by guaranteeing chemical-free, eco-friendly production. It also enhances global marketability and aligns with sustainability trends, attracting ethical and environmentally conscious buyers.
The government has established Central Muga & Eri Research Institute (Lahdoigarh, Assam) for R&D, training, and extension of support to eri silk. These R&D efforts focus on modernization, improved production techniques, and technological upgrades.
The government has also established the Muga Eri Silkworm Seed Organization for the production and supply of quality eri silkworm seeds besides implementing the Silk Samagra-2 Scheme (2021-26) for the overall development of India’s sericulture industry, including eri silk.
The eri silk sector is currently largely unorganized with traditional methods still being widely used. The sector needs to be modernized to improve production efficiency and productivity. The sector suffers from a limited awareness among stakeholders about global certification requirements.
