EFFECTIVE - Cycling pants made from bio-based nylon

Cycling pants made from bio-based nylon

Cycling pants made mainly from bio-based nylon produced from renewable sugar feedstocks.

Product details

Application area
Textile
Product type
Finished products
Specific feedstock
Renewable sugar feedstock including sugar-beet sidestreams
Feedstock type
Food industry sidestreams
Programme
BBI JU
Related projects

About

The EFFECTIVE project demonstrated cycling pants made mainly from bio-based nylon produced from renewable sugar feedstocks. The material is designed to provide the durability and flexibility required for performance apparel.

The cycling pants are designed for easier recycling than conventional alternatives while reducing reliance on fossil-based polyamides. The project estimates potential CO₂ emission reductions of 28% to 45% for its demonstrated bio-based nylon products.

Key benefits

  • Uses bio-based nylon in performance apparel
  • Designed for easier recycling
  • Reduces reliance on fossil-based textile fibres

Application

  • Cycling apparel
  • Sportswear