Textile is one of the industries that continues to grow from time to time. This industry presents textile products ranging from simple, light and strong forms made from different materials such as natural fibres, synthetic materials or a mixture of both. Textiles are an important part of the process of making fashion, such as clothes, bags, clothes and shoes. In recent years, the textile industry has thrived with new technologies and innovations resulting in textiles that are higher quality, more durable and more environmentally friendly.

One of the latest innovations in the textile industry is presenting TENCEL™ branded fibers as another supporting option for NFW's patented plant-based technology, MIRUM® in collaboration with the Lenzing Group. TENCEL™ presents textiles free of plastic and made from natural materials such as natural rubber, plant and mineral pigments, vegetable oils and waxes, and natural fabric backings.

The MIRUM® x TENCEL™ collaboration will be showcased at the international leather fair, LINEAPELLE, which will take place from 21 – 23 February 2023 in Milan, Italy.

  MIRUM® is a classy textile material that is uniquely categorized and is commonly used for accessories, fashion, footwear, automotive to luxury household appliances. Meanwhile, TENCEL™ fiber comes from sustainable wood sources and is produced using environmentally responsible processes.

MIRUM® is a textile that is completely free of plastic and made from natural rubber, vegetable pigments, minerals, vegetable oil, wax, and natural fabric base. MIRUM® also remains committed to making textiles using only natural materials. In addition, a PU binder that is typical of most types of leather, MIRUM® uses natural rubber and vegetable oils as binders.

In addition, NFW incorporates a variety of natural materials such as bio-based charcoal, clay, cork powder, rice husk, coconut fiber, recycled denim or seaweed to develop colors or add visual interest. At the end of each NFW textile cycle, products made with MIRUM® can be recycled and become new MIRUM® or they can be ground and returned to earth.

Meanwhile, TENCEL™ fibers can be composted because they are naturally biodegradable, allowing the finished product to be fully circulated. This collaboration creates a unique sustainable alternative for skin applications because TENCEL™ and MIRUM® fibers are versatile enough to be used in a variety of applications.

“At NFW, we believe that plant matter is the only material that can be used to replace plastic. Since the beginning, MIRUM® has been designed to benefit our planet. By adding fabrics made from TENCEL™ to MIRUM®, we can also increase the traceability of the material, while ensuring skin comfort. We are excited to be collaborating with the TENCEL™ brand and we will continue to create more eco-friendly alternatives for the fashion industry,” said Oihana Elizalde, Vice President and General Manager of MIRUM® at NFW.