Dried Silkworm Feces Can Sha 500g Bulk Loose Herb for Pillow Filling and Traditional Use
$6.35
99999987 in stock
Description
Dried Silkworm Feces, known in TCM as Can Sha (蚕沙), is the dried droppings of the silkworm Bombyx mori, supplied as whole unprocessed material in a resealable 500g bag. Traditionally associated with dispelling dampness and calming the body, it is most commonly used as a natural filling for herbal pillows. Not suitable for children.



Key Selling Points
- Authentic Can Sha (蚕沙) sourced from Sichuan with no sulfur fumigation
- Whole natural form, sold as raw agricultural product in bulk 500g bags
- Traditionally used in TCM as a dampness-dispelling herbal material
- Popular natural filling for herbal sleep pillows and cushions
- Stored in a resealable bag with a 24-month shelf life



Quality & Sensory
Typically dark brown to blackish granular pellets with a dry, firm texture and a mild grassy, fermented aroma. The material should feel dry and free-flowing, with no visible mold or dampness.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw Herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 蚕沙 |
| Pinyin | Can Sha |
| Botanical Name | Bombyx mori |
| Form | Whole dried pellets |
| Net Weight | 500g per bag |



Usage Scenarios
- Fill herbal sleep pillows or neck cushions
- Combine with other dried herbs for traditional pillow blends
- Use in sachets for closets or drawers
- Traditional external warm compress applications



Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Can Sha is traditionally associated with dispelling wind-dampness and harmonizing the stomach. It has long been used in folk practice as a pillow filling, believed to offer a gentle herbal aroma for restful sleep, and occasionally prepared in external washes. It is not a substitute for medicine.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried silkworm feces (Can Sha, 蚕沙), a traditional Chinese herbal material supplied as raw dried pellets in a 500g resealable bag.
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM it is traditionally associated with dispelling dampness, and it is most commonly used today as a natural filling for herbal pillows.
Q: How is it commonly used?
A: It is typically used as pillow or cushion filling, or in sachets and traditional external applications. It is not intended to replace medication.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 8 cm |
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