FabricIQ
Reading the label…
Made from cotton linter (waste from cotton production) using a cuprammonium process. Has a silk-like feel at a lower price point.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
62/100
DurabilityWeak45
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortAbove-average82
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityAbove-average75
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthPoor35
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingWeak50
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EasePoor38
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityWeak50
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using cupro
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains cupro. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Kith
12 products
Zara
7 products
Comme des Garçons
7 products
Cinq a Sept
5 products
Uniqlo JP
3 products
Kapital
2 products
Unbound Merino
2 products
nanamica
1 product
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing cupro.
Products with cupro
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains cupro. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Kellen Short - Somber - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$295
KithB
&Kin Studded Cupro Linen Sawyer Shirt - Somber - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$395
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Idris Pant - Astro - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$345
VollebakB
Thermal Cloaking Jacket. Rust edition
10% Cashmere, 60% Cotton, 40% Cupro
$4495
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Dylan Short - Black - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$295
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Amir Shirt - Black - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$395
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Davenport Buttondown Shirt - Astro - PH
48% Cupro, 45% Lyocell, 7% Linen
$345
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Wally Shirt - Nocturnal - PH
48% Cupro, 26% Lyocell, 26% Linen
$445
KithB
&Kin Cupro Linen Wally Shirt - Beloved - PH
48% Cupro, 26% Lyocell, 26% Linen
$445
Unbound MerinoC
Women’s Merino Transit Bomber
7% Elastane, 100% Cupro
$348
Unbound MerinoC
Men's Merino Transit Bomber
7% Elastane, 100% Cupro
$348
KapitalC
レーヨンツイル アイヌモシリ柄 ドリズラーJKT
50% Cotton, 50% Cupro
$50 · JP
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from cupro. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same cupro feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
🏃Athletic Wear
GoodGood breathability (75) and moisture wicking (50) for light activity
😴Sleepwear
GoodGood comfort (82) and breathability (75) for sleeping
🩲Underwear
GoodGood breathability (75) and comfort (82) for undergarments
Detailed Use Case Scores
formal75
everyday60
Pros
- ✓ Silk-like feel and drape
- ✓ Made from cotton waste
- ✓ Anti-static
- ✓ Breathable
Cons
- ✗ Delicate
- ✗ Requires careful washing
- ✗ Limited production
- ✗ Can water-spot
Better alternatives
Higher-scored semi-synthetic materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
TencelB
+20 vs Cupro · 82/100
BiodegradableLenzing branded lyocell made from sustainably harvested eucalyptus wood pulp using a closed-loop process. Softer and more consistent than generic lyocell.
LyocellB
+18 vs Cupro · 80/100
BiodegradableMade from wood pulp using a closed-loop solvent process. The most sustainable semi-synthetic fiber, with excellent drape and comfort.
MicroModalB
+16 vs Cupro · 78/100
BiodegradableAn ultra-fine variant of modal made from beech tree pulp, with fibers significantly thinner than silk. Exceptionally soft and lightweight, it is the premium choice for high-end underwear and loungewear.
Care Guide
Washcold (30°C)
Cyclehand
Detergentmild
BleachDo not bleach
Dryline dry
Ironlow
Dry Cleanoptional
SoftenerNo
Special Notes
• Hand wash recommended
• Iron on low while slightly damp
Additional Care Tips
- • Dry clean recommended for structured garments — cupro is delicate when wet
- • If hand washing, use cold water (30°C/85°F) with gentle detergent; swish gently, do not rub
- • Iron on low heat on the reverse side while slightly damp; or use a press cloth
- • Hang to dry on a padded hanger — avoid clothespins which leave marks on this delicate fabric
- • Avoid water spotting by not splashing or spot-cleaning — water marks are difficult to remove
- • Store on padded hangers in breathable garment bags; cupro has a silk-like drape that wrinkles if stuffed
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
May shrink 2-5% — wash cold
Eco Rating
Moderate impact — consider eco alternatives