Many years ago, we invented a biopolishing solution for cotton — a revolutionary process that extends the lifetime of cotton knits to improve their sustainability. Now, with Fiberlife®, we're extending that innovation to viscose, modal and lyocell, enabling these textiles to look new for longer while opening the door to new fashion looks and improved hand feels.
Consumer and regulatory demands for more sustainable clothing and textiles are growing and the fashion industry is rising to the challenge. Now Novozymes offers biopolishing for manmade cellulosic fibers (MMCF) including viscose, modal and lyocell. This helps enhance the quality of fabrics, making them look new for longer and extending their lifetime.
Manmade cellulosic fibers (MMCF) can make textiles more sustainable — if the quality is up to par. Fiberlife® gives MMCF the wash & wear durability consumers demand.
Microfibrils are microscopic hairs that protrude from the fibers of fabrics, leading to fuzz and pilling. These pesky protrusions also have a nasty habit of trapping dirt, which reduces the cleanness of garments.
Biopolishing cellulases specifically target and cut protruding microfibrils into smaller sugars, making them easier to lift away from the fabric. The result is softer, cleaner and brighter fabrics with less fuzz and improved pilling notes.
Consumers want it and are willing to pay at least 10% more for a biopolished garment. Having been on the market with our biopolishing solution for cotton, Cellusoft®, for years, we know that biopolishing results in higher brand loyalty with intent to repurchase.
We know consumers really want it, and are willing to pay for it. With Fiberlife®, consumers can now also buy higher quality lyocell, modal and viscose, produced in a sustainable way that lasts longer.
Novozymes' innovative solutions have helped textile manufacturers to create more durable and higher quality textiles for more than 60 years. Contact us today to learn how we can support your business.
With Fiberlife, you're free to explore biosolutions for viscose, modal and lyocell — manmade fabrics that are more sustainable than polyester and, potentially, even cotton. Now that’s a sustainability win for everyone, including the planet.
