CiCLO® technology - a nature based solution to help mitigate synthetic microfiber pollution
CiCLO® is a registered trademark of Intrinsic Advanced Materials, LLC (“IAM”)
CiCLO® FIBERS AND YARNS
CiCLO® fibers have all the performance characteristics of equivalent synthetic fibers
CiCLO® fibers behave like natural fibers when they end up as pollutants in the environment
Trusted by major brands, see brand partners at ciclotextiles.com
Jiangyin YANGXI International Trade Co., Ltd
We are the CiCLO® official representative and distributor in China. Since 2010, Jiangyin Yangxi International Trade Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to researching, developing, manufacturing, selling, and consulting environmentally-friendly textile materials and other sustainable products.
About CiCLO® technology
Key Benefits
92% biodegradation* in sea water 844 days vs. 5% for comparable untreated fiber
91% biodegradation* in landfill 1,278 days vs. 6% for comparable untreated fiber
88% biodegradation* in waste water 847 days vs. 0% for comparable untreated fiber
91% biodegradation* in soil 1171 days vs. 3% for comparable untreated fiber
How does it work
CiCLO® technology creates countless biodegradable spots (also known as “nucleation spots”) that are permanently embedded throughout the matrix of the plastic (polyester or nylon). It will never wash off, and it will not be activated until it is needed – when the fibers end up as pollutants in the environment.
Why use it
CiCLO® technology is a nature-based solution to help mitigate fugitive synthetic microfiber pollution caused by textiles. When CiCLO® polyester and nylon fibers unavoidably leak into the environment, they behave more like natural fibers, such as wool. As a result, we leave less waste behind on our journey to create a more healthy, happy planet.
CiCLO® biodegradation studies*
*Biodegradation studies are conducted by independent 3rd party laboratories using internationally recognized ASTM Test Methods D6691 and D5511. Referenced Test Methods use respirometry, a process that measures biogas and uses stoichiometry to calculate rate and extent of biodegradation. Respirometry studies give true indication that microorganisms are breaking down and digesting materials. Biodegradation percentages never reach 100% on respirometry study data because when microorganisms digest carbon, most is used for energy and respired but some is utilized to build their cell walls. The FTC requires us to state that the rate and extent of biodegradation presented does not mean that the product will continue to biodegrade. In other words, do not extrapolate data. Laboratory studies represent controlled conditions. As with all biodegradable materials, the actual rate and extent of biodegradation is dependent upon individual conditions in actual environments. IMPORTANT CALIFORNIA NOTICE: California law prohibits the sale of plastic packaging and plastic products that are labeled with the terms ‘biodegradable,’ ‘degradable,’ or ‘decomposable,’ or any form of those terms, or that imply in any way that the item will break down, biodegrade or decompose in a landfill or other environment. These restrictions apply to all sales in or into the State of California, including such sales over the internet. Intrinsic Advanced Materials, LLC, has developed extensive guidelines for how to use the CiCLO® trademark and brand assets in ways that are compliant with FTC and California requirements, and how to explain the benefits of CiCLO® technology to consumers in an easy to understand and truthful way.
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