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The Lycra Company develops sustainable corn-based spandex
The Lycra Company is creating a more sustainable alternative to traditional spandex, which is typically made from petroleum, by using corn-based fiber technology. In a discussion, Lycra's
ECOModa100 revolutionizes fashion with 100% recycled spandex
ECOModa100 is making waves as a revolutionary force in the fashion industry, providing global fashion brands with 100% recycled spandex. This addresses a crucial aspect of sustainable fashion by
Lycra announces large-scale production of bio-derived spandex
The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative fiber and technology solutions for the textile and apparel industry, announced that it has entered a deal with Qore® to enable the
Hyosung TNC launches first bio-based spandex for commercial use
The fiber division of Hyosung Corporation, Hyosung TNC,  has succeeded in extracting spandex from corn and commercializing the world’s first bio-based spandex in history. Utilizing a natural
Hyosung releases new life cycle assessment for 100% recycled creora® regen spandex
Hyosung, the world's largest spandex producer based in South Korea, has revealed the findings of a new Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) that compares the environmental performance of their 100% recycled
Hyosung brings eco-friendly spandex to market
The pandemic has given consumers time to reassess what kind of apparel they want to own. As more consumers begin to shift to sustainable purchasing, Hyosung is developing an eco-friendly stretch
What is the value of spandex fiber in the global market?
Spandex is a lightweight, synthetic fiber. Spandex is made up of a long-chain polyglycol combined with a short diisocyanate containing at least 85% polyurethane. In 2019, the global spandex fiber
What are the limitations of spandex fiber?
Although spandex fibers have a lot of benefits like it is flexible, has high durability and provides great comfort and fit. Researchers have proved that spandex material can stretch up to 500
What are the environmental impacts of spandex?
Unlike conventional synthetic fibers such as nylon and polyester, spandex is not derived from fossil fuel but utilises certain chemicals such as macroglycol and diisocyanate monomer which are
What are the end uses of spandex?
• Apparel: The elastic property of spandex has made it a popular fabric in the apparel and is used for making foundation garments, hosiery, swimwear, sportswear, socks, gloves, cycling shorts and