Hyosung Creora Bio-based Spandex Receives Global SGS Certification for the First Time, and Will Launch 100% Bio-based Spandex in the Future

On July 26, 2022, Hyosung Corporation, the world's largest spandex manufacturer and the first global developer to commercialize bio-based spandex, announced that it has obtained Eco-Product Certification from Standard Global Services (SGS), guaranteeing creora bio-based products. Spandex is made from plant material and produced in a harmless, environmentally friendly environment. SGS is a leading inspection and verification company with a global reputation for providing international standards in quality and reliability.

Hyosung's creora bio-based spandex is made by substituting 30% of petroleum resources with bio-raw materials from industrial corn (also known as dent corn). According to a recent third-party Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), creora biospandex production reduces carbon footprint by 23% compared to conventional spandex production. In addition, the sustainably grown raw materials used to make the fibers are grown responsibly by farmers who are committed to protecting the land, air and water.

Mike Simko, Director of Global Textile Marketing at Hyosung, said, "Brands want to build a deeper connection and trust with consumers who care about how their favorite products impact the environment. As a sustainable textile solutions provider, for us, certification and It is important to document creora bio-based spandex so our brand partners can achieve this certification and maintain consumer loyalty.”

Creora bio-spandex is an ideal complement to other bio-derived natural fibers and bio-derived synthetic fibers for all textile applications in sportswear, ready-to-wear and homewear, it provides the same super stretch quality and recovery as Hyosung's creora Powerfit spandex sex.

According to Simko, Hyosung plans to launch creora bio-spandex made from 100% bio-derived ingredients in the future.