Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur)
GI TaggedBhagalpur, the 'Silk City', weaves the textured golden-brown tussar (kosa) wild silk into sarees and furnishings. Its natural slubs and earthy sheen give it a distinctly organic character.
- Region of origin:
- Bihar
- GI registration:
- Bhagalpur Silk
- Materials:
- tussar/kosa wild silk
- Techniques:
- handloom weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur)
Bhagalpur, the 'Silk City', weaves the textured golden-brown tussar (kosa) wild silk into sarees and furnishings. Its natural slubs and earthy sheen give it a distinctly organic character.
- Region of origin
- Bihar
- GI registration
- Bhagalpur Silk
- Materials
- tussar/kosa wild silk
- Techniques
- handloom weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Bhagalpur weavers of Bihar.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Tussar Silk (Bhagalpur) is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Bhagalpur Silk”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin