Coats launches new sustainable threads

Coats’ EcoRegen is made from a renewable fibre sourced from sustainably-managed forests.

Industrial thread producer Coats has developed a biodegradable thread which is being marketed as supporting customers’ sustainability agendas. ‘EcoRegen’ is said to be made from 100 per cent lyocell – a renewable fibre derived from wood pulp that is sourced from sustainably-managed forests. This regenerated fibre is reportedly eco-friendly, fully biodegradable and compostable as a result of its cellulosic origin and is suitable for a wide range of apparel applications.

The launch of EcoRegen is part of Coats’ ‘Eco Journey’ roadmap to produce innovative sustainable products which support the UK-headquartered company’s drive towards a circular economy. This journey began with ‘EcoVerde’ thread in 2018.

Two additional products will also be launched in the near future: ‘EcoCycle’ is a range of water-dissolvable threads that facilitates recycling and end-to-end circularity, and ‘Eco-B’ is a recycled polyester thread incorporating an additive which is said to reduce synthetic fibre accumulation in landfills and microfibre pollution in oceans.

Adrian Elliott, Coats’ president of apparel and footwear, commented: “Sustainable business practices are vitally important for responsible businesses, and we continuously strive to support our customers in achieving their sustainability goals.”

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This article was originally published on page 44 of the June 2021 issue of SATRA Bulletin.

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