As the article states, there is "[t]he need for more ‘sustainable’ versions of elastane is pressing, as the global apparel market grows. Although elastane makes up only around 1% of global fibre production, it carries “outsized importance” given that it is found in a large volume of products, according to the US-based Textile Exchange. In its 2023 Materials Report, the non-profit said elastane fibre production is increasing slowly but steadily, rising from 1.16 million tonnes in 2021 to 1.24 million tonnes in 2022."
Yulex' YULASTIC natural rubber filaments has developed a spandex alternative and replacement. We focus on the composition and performs comparably to spandex in stretchable denim, socks and narrow elastics.
