Coats launches biodegradable thread ‘EcoRegen’

Coats is the supplier of industrial threads widely used in the knitting sector, has developed EcoRegen, a biodegradable thread. The biodegradable thread supports customers looking to increase their commitment to sustainable production.

Coats EcoRegen is made from 100 percent of lyocell, which is a renewable fiber derived from wood pulp with sustainably managed forests. Being regenerate, the fiber is completely biodegradable and compostable due to its cellulosic origin. It is also suitable for a wide range of apparel applications to meet the needs of multiple customers.

Ecoregen is part of coats, ‘Eco Journey Roadmap’, which supports the company’s drive towards the circular economy. EcoVerde, launched in 2018, is considered one of the most widely used 100 percent recyclable polyester threads, zips, and trims in the current market.