en.Wedoany.com Reported - China's Tianhong and The LYCRA Company of the United States have signed an agreement to collaborate on the development of bio-derived spandex (renewable LYCRA fiber), expanding the application of sustainable fibers in textile manufacturing. Partially sourced from waxy corn, this fiber maintains the elasticity, comfort, and durability of traditional LYCRA products. According to a cradle-to-gate life cycle assessment, it reduces carbon emissions by 32% compared to standard fossil-based LYCRA fiber.
Jason Wang, Vice President of The LYCRA Company Asia, stated that this collaboration highlights LYCRA's leading capabilities in sustainable fiber innovation and industrial application. Renewable LYCRA fiber already has a solid foundation for commercialization, and partnering with Tianhong will further expand the industrial scale and promote the adoption of low-environmental-impact materials in the textile industry.
Zhou Xia, Chief Operating Officer of Tianhong, pointed out that Tianhong has long been committed to the research, development, and manufacturing of high-value-added cotton textiles and core-spun yarn products. The collaboration with LYCRA will bring breakthroughs in the application of bio-based materials, enhance product sustainability, and jointly accelerate the innovation and market penetration of bio-derived core-spun yarn solutions.
The partnership between the two companies has lasted nearly 20 years, having previously made joint progress in technologies such as LYCRA dualFX fabric. This expanded agreement reflects their continued focus on technological advancement, operational collaboration, and sustainable development. In November last year, LYCRA opened its largest spandex production facility in China as part of its ongoing investment in the Chinese market.
Under the collaboration framework, Tianhong will utilize its existing textile network to implement renewable LYCRA fiber, covering the supply chain from raw material procurement to yarn manufacturing. Both parties will also conduct further research on bio-derived spandex technology, yarn manufacturing methods, and brand applications to promote the adoption of renewable LYCRA fiber in the global apparel and textile industries.
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