
Hello. I'm Kei from the ApparelX department.
Following on from last time, we've put together a roundup of sustainable materials that have been attracting a lot of attention recently.
This time, we've compiled secondary materials.
Sustainable textiles, Part 1, are here
Sustainable materials roundup - lining, tape, buttons - (1) are here
For lining as well, there are items made with recycled materials, as well as ApparelX originalCupro lining.
Cupro is also a regenerated fiber made from cotton linters, the fluffy fiber left on the seed when cotton is harvested, so it may be considered an environmentally conscious secondary material.
| Category | Product name | Description | Recycled material content |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled material | 3112REC2C Recycled Taffeta | A sustainable lining made with recycled fiber produced by crushing and breaking down garments. | Polyester 100% (56% recycled yarn used) |
| Recycled material | 5103REC2C Recycled Back Half | A sustainable lining made with 100% recycled fiber produced by crushing and breaking down garments. | Polyester 100% (100% recycled yarn used) |
| Recycled material | 5106REC2C Recycled Atlas | A sustainable lining made with 100% recycled fiber produced by crushing and breaking down garments. | Polyester 100% (100% recycled yarn used) |
| Recycled material | 5107REC2C Recycled Queen's Cord | A sustainable lining made with 100% recycled fiber produced by crushing and breaking down garments. | Polyester 100% (100% recycled yarn used) |
| Eco-conscious | AK1560 New Bemberg® Light Twill | Bemberg® is a highly pure regenerated cellulose fiber made from cotton linters, a byproduct of the production of cottonseed oil. It is also a sustainable material that is biodegradable and compostable, returning safely to the soil. | Cupro 100% |
| Eco-conscious | E3034HS Recycled Plute High Stretch | Contribution to reducing environmental impact &+ TM is a new recycled fiber brand made from used PET bottles. | Polyester 64% Composite fiber (polyester 36%) |
In the tape and cord category, there are products made with recycled materials, as well as secondary materials that have obtained Ecotex certification*1.
There are now many secondary materials that have obtained Ecotex certification. *1 This is a certification that guarantees peace of mind and safety, proving that textile and leather products do not contain "hazardous substances that may harm health." Demand for it continues to grow worldwide.
| Category | Product name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled material | 3114-T Recycled Polyester Elastic Cord | Elastic cord made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | 3489 Recycled Polyester Cord (Flat Type) | Cord in a flat braid type made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | 3491 Recycled Polyester Cord (Round Type) | Cord in a round braid type made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | 6941 Recycled Double-Sided Satin Ribbon Tape | A double-sided satin ribbon tape made with 100% recycled polyester regenerated from plastic bottles. |
| Recycled material | 6942 Polyester Grosgrain Ribbon Using Recycled Material | A recycled-material version of Rose Brand's standard item "6555" polyester grosgrain ribbon. This is a standard ribbon with a characteristic crosswise ribbed plain weave, available in a wide variety of widths and colors. |
| Recycled material | REF-2335 Recycled Polyester Thin Knit Tape | Belt knit tape made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-3146 Recycled Polyester Elastic Cord (Soft Type) | Elastic cord (soft type) made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-3147 Recycled Polyester Elastic Cord (Hard Type) | Elastic cord (hard type) made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-3643 Recycled Polyester Spindle Round Type | Spindle cord (round braid type) made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-3645 Recycled Polyester Spindle Flat Type | Spindle cord (flat braid type) made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-9125 Recycled Polyester Piping | Piping tape made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-950 Recycled Polyester Belt | Belt tape made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-951 Recycled Polyester Belt | Belt tape made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-952 Recycled Polyester Belt | Belt tape made with recycled polyester. |
| Recycled material | REF-IB035 Recycled Polyester Inside Belt | Inside belt made with recycled polyester. |
| Ecotex | TR8STA-GUARD™ Anti-Static Knit Tape | An anti-static tape with excellent wash resistance, bend resistance, and abrasion resistance. It has obtained Ecotex® Standard 100 Class 1, which proves high safety for the human body. |
| Ecotex | TSP5STA-GUARD™ Anti-Static Spin Tape | An anti-static tape with excellent wash resistance, bend resistance, and abrasion resistance. It has obtained Ecotex® Standard 100 Class 1, which proves high safety for the human body. |
In buttons, products using plant-based bioplastics and products made with recycled materials are becoming more common.
| Category | Product name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Recycled material | CR-100 Fishing Net Recycled Nylon 4-Hole Button | An eco-friendly product line using recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets, which make up a large share of marine plastic waste. |
| Recycled material | CR-200 Fishing Net Recycled Nylon 4-Hole Button | An eco-friendly product line using recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets, which make up a large share of marine plastic waste. |
| Recycled material | CR-300 Fishing Net Recycled Nylon 4-Hole Button | An eco-friendly product line using recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets, which make up a large share of marine plastic waste. |
| Recycled material | CR-700 Fishing Net Recycled Nylon 4-Hole Button | An eco-friendly product line using recycled nylon made from discarded fishing nets, which make up a large share of marine plastic waste. |
| Eco-conscious | PRV57 Bio Urea Button | An environmentally friendly button made with plant-derived materials. |
| Product name | Description | Material |
|---|---|---|
| 3CFHC-PR12 Coil Zipper NATULON® 3 Size Closed | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 3CFHOR-PR12 Coil Zipper NATULON® 3 Size Open | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 45CFHC-PR14 Coil Zipper NATULON® 45 Size Closed | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 45CFHOR-PR14 Coil Zipper NATULON® 45 Size Open | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 4VSPBEC-PR13 Vislon® NATULON® Recycled Zipper 4 Size Closed | Among Vislon zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyacetal |
| 5CHEC-PR16 Coil Zipper NATULON® 5 Size Closed | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 5CHEMR-PR16 Coil Zipper NATULON® 5 Size Two Way Separator | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
| 5CHEOR-PR16 Coil Zipper NATULON® 5 Size Open | Among coil zippers, this is a recycled zipper made with recycled raw materials obtained through chemical recycling. | Polyester resin |
How was that? It seems that sustainable has now become the norm as a global trend.
However, even when you try to find secondary materials, they can be surprisingly hard to locate.
We hope you will find this list useful.