Thick 5 Gauge yarn lends texture and character to this classic cashmere crewneck. Comfortable indoors or out; stays in style year after year. Cashmere is the fine under-hair of a goat that lives on the steppes of central Asia. Its yearly production of about 7000 metric tons is only. 5% of sheep's-wool production. It takes the fleece of three goats to make one sweater. Cashmere is known for its exquisite softness but it is also much warmer than wool, and is ideal for winter sports. 60% of the world's cashmere comes from Northern China. How to Care For Your Cashmere Clothing: Cashmere is a very fine fibre, so treat it gently. Dry Clean or hand-wash in cold water and lay flat to dry. Store neatly folded in a moth-free environment- Do not hang. Remove pills with a safety razor.