Biodegradable polyester yarn
to reduce microplastic pollution from textiles powered by CiCLO® technology
Innovative CiCLO® Technologie reduces microplastic pollution, retaining the positive characteristics of polyester yarn
Polyester is weatherproof, UV resistant and shows hardly any signs of usage. Its longevity becomes a problem when polyester enters the environment in the form of microplastics.
Natural solution through CiCLO® technology
During the manufacturing process, CiCLO® technology is embedded in the yarn, enabling microfibers that shed as pollutants to biodegrade at rates comparable to wool. The mechanism is only activated upon prolonged exposure to moisture and microbes, so fabrics made with certified CiCLO® technology remain durable, perform well, and are fully recyclable.
OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT certifies CiCLO® as safe. It is rigorously tested for biodegradation using ASTM and ISO methods, is REACH-compliant, and is non-toxic to marine and plant life.
ASTM D6691-17
ASTM D6691-17 STM1 determines the rate and degree of aerobic biodegradation of plastic materials exposed to the indigenous population existing in natural seawater. After 1,362 days in natural sea water, CiCLO® polyester biodegraded 94 %.
ASTM D5988
ASTM D5988 STM1 determins the degree and rate of aerobic biodegradation of synthetic plastic materials on exposure to fertile soil to assure active microbiota that is mixed with compost to simulate agricultural applications. After 1,170 days in soil conditions, CiCLO® polyester biodegraded 91 %.
The innovative CiCLO® technology is distributed by Intrinsic Advanced Materials (IAM).
In 2018, IAM was founded as a joint venture between Intrinsic Textiles Group (USA) and Park-dale Advanced Materials, a subsidiary of Parkdale Inc. The IAM team consists of scientists, engineers and experts from the textile industry. Together, they develop techno-logies that will lead to a more sustainable textile industry.
We are a licensed CiCLO® certified manufacturer, producing flag fabrics made from 100 % polyester.
© CiCLO® is a registered trade mark of Intrinsic Advanced Materials, LLC. (IAM)
The use of CiCLO® as a word or figurative mark as well as the logo must be authorised by the trademark owner, Intrinsic Advanced Materials LLC.
Available products
Flag fabrics with 100 % polyester powered by CiCLO® technology
- high-quality material characteristics
- usual processing
- weather tests have shown no restrictions regarding durability
- suitable for direct printing with sublimation inks, transfer printing, screen printing
- available from stock
- woven labels available
By adopting CiCLO® polyester, you contribute to reducing microplastic textile pollution. The biodegradation of the microplastic particles is carried out by naturally occurring microorganisms.
