1PP Certification

1PP certificates are issued to a select group of superfine wools annually that exhibit superlative quality, style and soundness and are prepared in the best possible manner. A 1PP certificate is the highest level of certification that superfine wools can obtain and is highly sought after by producers of superfine wool.

Wools that obtain the 1PP certification are defined as:

• Wool of Australian Superfine (AS) breed criteria, fleece style 1 ( choice )  ( ASF1), 16.9 micron and finer  90/100s count visually, and containing 1.0% vegetable matter or less, at least 70 mm in length unless wool is significantly finer ( e.g. 15.0 micron) , where a slightly shorter length will be accepted. These wools must exhibit superlative quality, style and soundness and be prepared in the best possible manner.

The approval criteria for 1PP certification is very stringent and is carried out by a 1PP certification panel. This panel, which comprises of up to 5 members, is made up of industry participants with exceptional knowledge and experience in the area of superfine wools.