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ILO adopts code of practice on safety and health in textiles & footwear sector
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has adopted code of practice on safety and health in the textile, apparel, leather, and footwear industries. The code provides comprehensive and practical
DMU students win prestigious awards for sustainable leather creations
De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) students have won prestigious prizes from a famous historic livery company for their innovative and sustainable use of leather. The Leathersellers' Company
Walmart launches first plant-based bra Kindly sourced from sugarcane
Kindly, a new sustainable intimates line, debuts today with the world's first plant-based bra cup made from Brazilian sugarcane. Kindly, which is only available at Walmart, is on a mission to make
Canadian store Holt Renfrew sets sustainability standards
Holt Renfrew, a Canadian luxury department store brand, which is owned by the Selfridges Group, made sustainability pledges, making it the first and only Canadian store to set certified
Lenzing collabs with global supply chain leaders to launch Lyocell Hemp denim
Austria-based Lenzing launched the Bast Recast collection at Kingpins24 that showcases the strength of teamwork, with a Tencel lyocell hemp blend and environmentally responsible solutions from
Lund University scientists uncover a method to give new life to discarded cotton textiles
Scientists of Sweden-based Lund University, have found a new technique of converting cotton into sugar which can then be converted into ethanol, spandex, or nylon. Among the 100 million tonnes of
Isbjörn pledges to protect environment and the children
The outdoor kidswear brand, Isbjörn announced the launch of their Fall/Winter 2021 to continue being sustainable. The company pledges to use only the most sustainable fabrics and manufacturing
What is ramie fiber?
Ramie, scientifically known as Boehmeria nivea and is known by many names such as china grass, white ramie, green ramie, or rhea. Locally in India, Ramie is popular by different names such as Rhea,
What is the value of industrial hemp in the global market?
Industrial hemp which is commonly known as hemp is obtained from the stem of Cannabis sativa L. plant. Industrial hemp also includes the buy-product of hemp plants such as hemp flour and hemp seed
What are the properties of kenaf fiber?
• Cellular Structure: The cells that exist in the fiber bundles are cylindrical and measure about 6mm in length. Also, the cellular surface is striated and uneven. The thickness of the lumen is