Merino wool

Merino wool is a natural wool product that comes from merino sheep. Merino wool is temperature-regulating, keeps you warm even when wet, and does not absorb sweat odors. Even if the socks get wet, your feet won't get cold.

Merino wool is also much softer and thinner than regular wool, which allows for the production of thinner socks.

Finally, the merino wool used by MP Denmark has undergone a so-called Superwash treatment, which makes it possible to wash the socks at 30° in the washing machine.

Mulesing-free
All socks and tights made at MP Denmark's own factory in Latvia are documented as mulesing-free.

Mulesing is a controversial practice where skin folds around the tail area of merino sheep are removed without anesthesia. This is primarily done to prevent fly infestations, where certain flies lay their eggs in the skin folds, leading to infections and other health issues. However, the practice of mulesing has raised concerns about animal welfare due to the pain and stress it causes the sheep.

Mulesing-free farms prioritize animal welfare by using alternative methods to prevent fly infestations. Thus, mulesing-free socks offer, just like regular wool, softness, moisture-wicking properties, and temperature regulation.