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shells. Consequently, Seawool ® -based garments offer a refreshing wearer experience along with ease of care. Seawool ® Spun yarn provides a similar handfeel to wool while retaining the durability of natural fibers, making it an excellent material for fall/winter apparel, including flatbed knits like sweaters, beanies, scarves, woven flannels, and knitting-based layers. Seawool ® Filament yarn is ideal for athletic apparel due to its moisture management, odor control, and mechanical stretch properties, ensuring comfort and skin-friendliness for consumers. Smawarm ® Insulation Recognizing the growing importance of animal rights and water conservation, Creative Tech Textile and Hans Global have embarked on the development of Smawarm ® insulation as another key project. The traditional method of collecting goose down is known for its cruelty and the substantial water footprint it leaves behind, requiring approximately 600 tons of water for every ton of goose down. Leveraging the low conductivity of oyster shells, the companies have utilized Seawool ® Fiber to create Smawarm ® Insulation, which has already achieved a performance rating of 550 FP. In 2022, Creative Tech Textile and Hans Global not only joined the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and collaborated with the HIGG Index to minimize chemical inputs, reduce carbon dioxide emissions, and lower energy consumption, but also integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices into their corporate governance. Comprehensive Solutions Seawool ® and Smawarm ® offer comprehensive solutions to the apparel industry, catering to environmental protection, expanding application possibilities, and meeting consumers' needs. Through continuous innovation and a genuine commitment to environmental care, these sustainable materials are making a positive impact on the planet. From reducing waste by utilizing discarded oyster shells and PET bottles to offering exceptional functional properties and comfort, Seawool ® and Smawarm ® represent a paradigm shift in fashion manufacturing. n textileinsight.com Fall 2023 ~ Textile Insight • 43