Kraig Biocraft Laboratories, a pioneer in spider silk-based fibers, announced aninnovative achievement of producing over 1,200 pounds of recombinant spider silk cocoons in the past year. This milestone exceeds the cumulative production of all previous years, highlighting significant advancements in scaling sustainable spider silk production.
This record output was made possible by Kraig Labs innovative hybrid spider silk production strain, which reengineers silkworms to generate spider silk-based fibers. The breakthrough showcases the Company’s ability to transition laboratory innovations into scalable manufacturing solutions.
“We are thrilled to announce this major production milestone, reflecting our team’s dedication to optimizing spider silk production,” said Kim Thompson, Founder and CEO of Kraig Labs. “This achievement marks a pivotal step toward meeting the global demand for performance fibers in diverse consumer markets.”
Kraig Labs continues to focus on developing a scalable and sustainable production model, reinforcing its leadership position in recombinant spider silk manufacturing. The Company’s success paves the way for expanded production capabilities and the commercialization of eco-friendly, high-performance silk fibers designed for a wide range of applications.
This milestone affirms Kraig Labs' role in shaping the future of sustainable performance materials, aligning innovation with growing global demand.
