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New cellulose yarn can replace polyester and nylon, HeiQ claims

26/10/2021
New cellulose yarn can replace polyester and nylon, HeiQ claims

Textile technology developer HeiQ has launched a cellulosic yarn derived from a wide range of natural sources, including wood pulp and algae, that it says could be “a potential game-changer” for clothing brands seeking to replace polyester and nylon.

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