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BASF opts for sustainable glass fiber produced by 3B Fibreglass in its Ultramid A&B compounds

NCSU and Cotton, Inc. study finds cotton microfibers break down faster than toilet tissue in wastewater treatment, fresh water, saltwater environments; additionally, presence of PP in blended nonwoven wipes does not hinder degradation of cellulosic parts

Kraig Biocraft Labs expands into Cambodia to diversify, support rapid growth of recombinant spider silk production; potential production locations identified in Cambodia due to proximity to existing Vietnamese operations and business-friendly environment

Executive Perspective: Phasing out polyester that is non-biodegradable is a 'no brainer,' says CEO and creator of CICLO, an additive that makes polyester and nylon biodegradable; CEO sees the technology entering nonwoven market in the near future

LYCRA Co. signs LOI with Dairen Chemical to convert  QIRA--the next generation 1,4-butanediol (BDO)--into low-impact PTMEG, which will make up the renewable portion of patented, bio-derived LYCRA fiber, accounting for 70% of fiber's content

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