Making apparel from trees
Tencel®: silky smooth, breathable and environmentally friendly
The raw material for Tencel® fiber is cellulose from eucalyptus or beech wood. These are both natural fibers that are obtained from sustainably managed wood growth. Sustainable forestry conserves resources. Eucalyptus and beech are also fast-growing trees that do not require fertilization or irrigation.
Tencel - Function from nature
Naturally inhibited bacterial growth
Tencel® fibers are used to make fabrics with a silky smooth surface. In outdoor apparel, this material transports moisture quickly and effectively away from the body, resulting in high wearing comfort.
Apparel produced with Tencel® does not require additional anti-odor chemicals to ensure the product’s high functionality, as bacteria growth and ensuing odor build-up are inhibited by the material itself.
Sustainable production cycle
Tencel® is produced in a closed production cycle in which emissions are reduced to a minimum. Solvents and water are recovered completely and reused in the process.
VAUDE products that contain at least 30 percent Tencel® and an overall total of at least 90 percent environmentally friendly materials are allowed to bear the VAUDE Green Shape label.
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