Through a specialized mercerization process, our 100% cotton yarn offers enhanced durability and a polished finish that is perfect for everything from elegant cardigans and waistcoats to bespoke home textiles. We prioritize not just aesthetic perfection, but also absolute safety and sustainability. That is why Merc Cotton is rigorously tested and proudly certified under OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, ensuring every single fiber is free from harmful substances and perfectly safe for all skin types.
Designed for flawless stitch definition, this premium crochet and knitting yarn glides effortlessly on the hook and needles. Elevate your textile creations with a yarn engineered to resist shrinkage while maintaining vibrant, fade-resistant hues over time. Discover the foundation for your next masterpiece with Merc Cotton.
Merc Cotton Is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certified: Because Trust Should Never Be Optional
Every strand of MERC COTTON yarn represents a commitment that begins long before it reaches your hands: a commitment to safety. Whether crocheted into a baby blanket, knitted into a sweater, or transformed into countless creations made with love and care, MERC COTTON is proud to hold OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certification, one of the world's most rigorous and internationally trusted textile safety standards. This certification involves testing against a list of more than 1,000 harmful substances, helping ensure that what comes into contact with your skin, and the skin of those you love, is never something you should have to compromise on.
MERC COTTON understands that behind every skein of yarn is a real person who will crochet it, knit it, or weave it into something to be held, worn, gifted, and cherished. There may be a real child wearing something made from it. There may be a real family placing its trust in the products brought into their home, stitch by stitch and row by row, believing they will not cause harm. This is far more than a marketing message; it is a responsibility MERC COTTON takes seriously every day. Babies. Children. Sensitive skin. Makers who dedicate hours of love and attention to every project. People who deserve more than the reassurance that something is “probably fine.” OEKO-TEX® certification exists because “probably fine” has never been an acceptable standard, and it never will be for MERC COTTON.
When you choose MERC COTTON for crochet, knitting, or any creation your imagination can bring to life, you are choosing more than yarn. You are choosing a commitment to accountability that extends from the earliest stages of raw fiber sourcing to the finished thread in your hands, supported by testing and independent certification, batch after batch and order after order.
MERC COTTON | Its Yarns Are Internationally Tested, Verified, and Certified as 100% Cotton Yarns by AITEX, Spain (Centro de Investigación e Innovación / Research & Innovation Center)
MERC COTTON. Certified safe. Made with care. Created for crochet, knitting, and everything in between. Trusted with confidence.
MERC COTTON Officially Licensed to Carry the Iconic Seal of Cotton Trademark
At MERC COTTON, the commitment is to 100% cotton, backed by a recognized seal. MERC COTTON is proud to be officially licensed to carry the Seal of Cotton trademark, a globally recognized mark first introduced in 1973.
MERC COTTON has officially received a license from Cotton Incorporated to use the iconic Seal of Cotton trademark. Introduced in 1973 and recognized worldwide, this trademark represents a longstanding symbol of trust and authenticity. Being granted the right to display this seal reflects MERC COTTON's steadfast dedication to quality and celebrates more than 50 years of cotton heritage.
MERC COTTON is immensely proud to announce that it has officially secured the rights to use the iconic Seal of Cotton trademark from Cotton Incorporated.
MERC COTTON stands for 100% cotton. Being authorized to carry this seal reflects its unwavering dedication to quality and honors more than 50 years of cotton heritage.
When you see this mark on MERC COTTON products, you can have confidence in the 100% pure cotton claim, supported by a textile heritage spanning more than 50 years. From exceptional breathability to natural softness, discover the authentic comfort that only genuine cotton can offer. The Seal of Cotton is a trademark of Cotton Incorporated.
National Textile Research Centre (NTRC) | LAB TEST
MERC COTTON is made from 100% cotton, with its fiber composition scientifically examined and verified through laboratory testing conducted by the National Textile Research Centre (NTRC), Pakistan. This independent laboratory evaluation provides documented verification of MERC COTTON's cotton composition, further strengthening its commitment to authenticity, transparency, and uncompromising quality.
From the original raw fiber to the finished yarn, every detail counts. MERC COTTON believes that choosing cotton should mean knowing precisely what you are buying. That is why MERC COTTON supports its yarn's composition with scientific evidence rather than relying solely on a statement printed on a label.
Authentic cotton. Laboratory tested. Scientifically verified.
With MERC COTTON, confidence begins with the fiber, quality is reflected in the yarn, and proof is established through laboratory testing.
Every strand of MERC COTTON yarn represents a commitment that begins long before it reaches your hands: a commitment to safety. Whether crocheted into a baby blanket, knitted into a sweater, or transformed into countless creations made with love and care, MERC COTTON is proud to hold OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certification, one of the world's most rigorous and internationally trusted textile safety standards. This certification involves testing against a list of more than 1,000 harmful substances, helping ensure that what comes into contact with your skin, and the skin of those you love, is never something you should have to compromise on.
MERC COTTON understands that behind every skein of yarn is a real person who will crochet it, knit it, or weave it into something to be held, worn, gifted, and cherished. There may be a real child wearing something made from it. There may be a real family placing its trust in the products brought into their home, stitch by stitch and row by row, believing they will not cause harm. This is far more than a marketing message; it is a responsibility MERC COTTON takes seriously every day. Babies. Children. Sensitive skin. Makers who dedicate hours of love and attention to every project. People who deserve more than the reassurance that something is “probably fine.” OEKO-TEX® certification exists because “probably fine” has never been an acceptable standard, and it never will be for MERC COTTON.
When you choose MERC COTTON for crochet, knitting, or any creation your imagination can bring to life, you are choosing more than yarn. You are choosing a commitment to accountability that extends from the earliest stages of raw fiber sourcing to the finished thread in your hands, supported by testing and independent certification, batch after batch and order after order.
MERC COTTON | Its Yarns Are Internationally Tested, Verified, and Certified as 100% Cotton Yarns by AITEX, Spain (Centro de Investigación e Innovación / Research & Innovation Center)
MERC COTTON. Certified safe. Made with care. Created for crochet, knitting, and everything in between. Trusted with confidence.
MERC COTTON Officially Licensed to Carry the Iconic Seal of Cotton Trademark
At MERC COTTON, the commitment is to 100% cotton, backed by a recognized seal. MERC COTTON is proud to be officially licensed to carry the Seal of Cotton trademark, a globally recognized mark first introduced in 1973.
MERC COTTON has officially received a license from Cotton Incorporated to use the iconic Seal of Cotton trademark. Introduced in 1973 and recognized worldwide, this trademark represents a longstanding symbol of trust and authenticity. Being granted the right to display this seal reflects MERC COTTON's steadfast dedication to quality and celebrates more than 50 years of cotton heritage.
MERC COTTON is immensely proud to announce that it has officially secured the rights to use the iconic Seal of Cotton trademark from Cotton Incorporated.
MERC COTTON stands for 100% cotton. Being authorized to carry this seal reflects its unwavering dedication to quality and honors more than 50 years of cotton heritage.
When you see this mark on MERC COTTON products, you can have confidence in the 100% pure cotton claim, supported by a textile heritage spanning more than 50 years. From exceptional breathability to natural softness, discover the authentic comfort that only genuine cotton can offer. The Seal of Cotton is a trademark of Cotton Incorporated.
National Textile Research Centre (NTRC) | LAB TEST
MERC COTTON is made from 100% cotton, with its fiber composition scientifically examined and verified through laboratory testing conducted by the National Textile Research Centre (NTRC), Pakistan. This independent laboratory evaluation provides documented verification of MERC COTTON's cotton composition, further strengthening its commitment to authenticity, transparency, and uncompromising quality.
From the original raw fiber to the finished yarn, every detail counts. MERC COTTON believes that choosing cotton should mean knowing precisely what you are buying. That is why MERC COTTON supports its yarn's composition with scientific evidence rather than relying solely on a statement printed on a label.
Authentic cotton. Laboratory tested. Scientifically verified.
With MERC COTTON, confidence begins with the fiber, quality is reflected in the yarn, and proof is established through laboratory testing.
Yarn Category Classic
Yarn Weight 4 Medium / Worsted
Crochet Gauge (4in x 4in) 14 sc x 19 r on G-6 (4 mm)
Knit Gauge (4in x 4in) 20 sts x 28 r on #6 (4 mm)
Length (yd) 185
Length (m) 170
Weight (oz) 3.5
Weight (g) 100
Fiber Cotton
Fiber Detail 100% Mercerized Cotton
Care Machine Wash, Machine Dry
Care Detail Machine Wash: Initial water temperature should not exceed 40°C or 105°F. Any dry-cleaning solvent other than trichloroethylene may be safely used. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may be regularly used at a maximum of the Medium Heat setting. Regular ironing, steam or dry, may be performed at the Medium setting (150°C, 300°F).
EASY TO CARE FOR
Enjoy creations made with MERC COTTON, designed for everyday use with convenient machine washing and easy ironing.
Machine Washable • Iron Friendly.
