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sustainability

TENCEL™ fibers help to minimize environmental impact

TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers help to minimize environmental impact. The fibers originate from the renewable raw material wood, created by photosynthesis. The fibers are certified as biodegradable, and thus can fully revert back to nature.

botanic origin

botanic origin from forest to fabric process

Forest Wood Pulp Fiber Yarn Fabric

WE ♥ WOOD

The forest as a treasure chest for our feel-good TENCEL™ fibers.

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Wood you… wear textiles originating from wood? We wood!
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Wood you … believe that the reproduction activities of this wild cat, called an ocelot, have something in common with TENCEL™ fibers? We wood!
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Wood you… give a precious little mammal space for nocturnal adventures and a cozy nest in which to rest? We wood!

TENCEL™ Lyocell

TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers are produced in a closed loop process which recovers water and 99.8% of the solvent.

TENCEL™ Modal

The TENCEL™ Modal production process is based on a highly resource-efficient technology with high recovery rates of chemicals. According to the Higg Materials Sustainability Index (Higg MSI), TENCEL™ Modal has a lower environmental impact than generic modal* in the categories of energy consumption (fossil fuels), global warming, water consumption and eutrophication.

*The results were calculated according to LCA standards (ISO 14040/44) and are made available via the Higg Materials Sustainability Index (MSI) by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition.

TENCEL™ Lyocell

TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers are produced in a closed loop process which recovers water and 99.8% of the solvent.

TENCEL™ Modal

The TENCEL™ Modal production process is based on a highly resource-efficient technology with high recovery rates of chemicals. According to the Higg Materials Sustainability Index (Higg MSI), TENCEL™ Modal has a lower environmental impact than generic modal* in the categories of energy consumption (fossil fuels), global warming, water consumption and eutrophication.

*The results were calculated according to LCA standards (ISO 14040/44) and are made available via the Higg Materials Sustainability Index (MSI) by the Sustainable Apparel Coalition.

biodegradable

TENCEL™ wood-based fibers
wear today for tomorrow
*applicable for certified TENCEL™ fibers
TENCEL™ wood-based fibers
wear today for tomorrow
*applicable for certified TENCEL™ fibers

What we choose to wear today has a far-reaching impact. Wearing clothes or choosing home textiles with fibers made from raw material wood is just the first step. To contribute to the environment positively and responsibly, the fibers must also be biodegradable. Only then will the burden on our landfills ease, and our soil and water bodies will have fewer synthetic microfibers. Most TENCEL™ fibers have been certified as biodegradable and compostable under industrial, home, soil, freshwater, and marine conditions, and can fully revert to nature. When you choose clothes or home textiles with TENCEL™ fibers, you are not just enjoying the benefits of a nature-derived fiber; you are influencing a better tomorrow too.

What we choose to wear today has a far-reaching impact. Wearing clothes or choosing home textiles with fibers made from raw material wood is just the first step. To contribute to the environment positively and responsibly, the fibers must also be biodegradable. Only then will the burden on our landfills ease, and our soil and water bodies will have fewer synthetic microfibers. Most TENCEL™ fibers have been certified as biodegradable and compostable under industrial, home, soil, freshwater, and marine conditions, and can fully revert to nature. When you choose clothes or home textiles with TENCEL™ fibers, you are not just enjoying the benefits of a nature-derived fiber; you are influencing a better tomorrow too.

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  • TENCEL™ leaflet

    Distinguished by their greater strength among cellulose fibers, TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers are durable and have a long-lasting quality.

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TENCEL™ leaflet

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Distinguished by their greater strength among cellulose fibers, TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers are durable and have a long-lasting quality.

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social responsibility

Inspired by the needs of the world, we always strive to maintain the delicate balance of People, Planet, and Profit. Acting as initiator and driver of positive change, we collaborate with our international network of partners. We actively contribute towards improving the ecological performance throughout entire value chains, thus enhancing the environmental benefit of the end products. We promote social wellbeing. The guiding light to our innovation and business practices is our ambition to positively impact people’s lives and to preserve a world worth living in.

social responsibility

Inspired by the needs of the world, we always strive to maintain the delicate balance of People, Planet, and Profit. Acting as initiator and driver of positive change, we collaborate with our international network of partners. We actively contribute towards improving the ecological performance throughout entire value chains, thus enhancing the environmental benefit of the end products. We promote social wellbeing. The guiding light to our innovation and business practices is our ambition to positively impact people’s lives and to preserve a world worth living in.

Sustainability Certification

USDA certified biobased product

TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers are produced from wood pulp from sustainably managed sources, a renewable resource. They have earned United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) BioPreferred® designation.

Biodegradable / Compostable

Derived from nature, all standard TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fiber types have been certified by TÜV Austria Belgium NV as biodegradable and compostable under industrial, home, soil and marine conditions, thus they can fully revert back to nature.

EU Ecolabel

TENCEL™ Modal fibers are certified with the internationally recognized EU Ecolabel, an environmental quality label only awarded to products and services which have a significantly lower environmental impact throughout their entire lifecycle. Products awarded the label are independently assessed for compliance with strict ecological and performance criteria.

news & events

14 / 09 / 2023
Lenzing takes supply chain transparency to next level by combining real-time shipment tracking and carbon visibility
29 / 08 / 2023
Beyond the fiber: future-ready solutions for a circular economy
22 / 08 / 2023
Ananas Anam and TENCEL™ collaborate with Calvin Klein for the launch of “The Sustainable Knit Trainer”
21 / 08 / 2023
Lenzing launches ‘Start with the Original’ campaign to reinforce trademark protection in China
10 / 08 / 2023
Achieving a greener textile value chain through innovation and collaboration
04 / 08 / 2023
Driving true transparency in the textile supply chain
18 / 07 / 2023
Lenzing introduces new resource-efficient dyeing approach for TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers
06 / 07 / 2023
TENCEL™, Advance Denim and Officina+39 pioneer advancements in zero cotton denim aesthetics
15 / 06 / 2023
2023 TENCEL™ Day in Hong Kong inspired partners with innovative applications and know-how development
14 / 06 / 2023
TENCEL™ leads the way to sustainable living at Hearst's second annual Future of Eco-Conscious Living Summit
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing showcases sustainable fibers at INATEX 2023
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing’s textile partner Chia Her Industrial wins the Eco Performance Award at Performance Days 2023
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing presents sustainable TENCEL™ Denim at denim trade shows in India
08 / 06 / 2023
Foster innovation and growth in the textile value chain with effective brand enforcement initiatives
05 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing introduces industry’s first innovation to mitigate discoloration of cellulosic-based garments during heat molding
30 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing further localizes E-Branding Service with Japanese and Spanish language options
25 / 05 / 2023
Meeting the evolving sustainability needs of consumers in fashion
24 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing and KARL MAYER GROUP collaborate to empower sustainable and aesthetic innovations in flat and warp knits
18 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing becomes the first raw material company to receive Jockey’s Great Partnership Award
02 / 05 / 2023
Fiber recycling innovations for a circular economy
14 / 09 / 2023
Lenzing takes supply chain transparency to next level by combining real-time shipment tracking and carbon visibility
29 / 08 / 2023
Beyond the fiber: future-ready solutions for a circular economy
22 / 08 / 2023
Ananas Anam and TENCEL™ collaborate with Calvin Klein for the launch of “The Sustainable Knit Trainer”
21 / 08 / 2023
Lenzing launches ‘Start with the Original’ campaign to reinforce trademark protection in China
10 / 08 / 2023
Achieving a greener textile value chain through innovation and collaboration
04 / 08 / 2023
Driving true transparency in the textile supply chain
18 / 07 / 2023
Lenzing introduces new resource-efficient dyeing approach for TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers
06 / 07 / 2023
TENCEL™, Advance Denim and Officina+39 pioneer advancements in zero cotton denim aesthetics
15 / 06 / 2023
2023 TENCEL™ Day in Hong Kong inspired partners with innovative applications and know-how development
14 / 06 / 2023
TENCEL™ leads the way to sustainable living at Hearst's second annual Future of Eco-Conscious Living Summit
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing showcases sustainable fibers at INATEX 2023
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing’s textile partner Chia Her Industrial wins the Eco Performance Award at Performance Days 2023
13 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing presents sustainable TENCEL™ Denim at denim trade shows in India
08 / 06 / 2023
Foster innovation and growth in the textile value chain with effective brand enforcement initiatives
05 / 06 / 2023
Lenzing introduces industry’s first innovation to mitigate discoloration of cellulosic-based garments during heat molding
30 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing further localizes E-Branding Service with Japanese and Spanish language options
25 / 05 / 2023
Meeting the evolving sustainability needs of consumers in fashion
24 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing and KARL MAYER GROUP collaborate to empower sustainable and aesthetic innovations in flat and warp knits
18 / 05 / 2023
Lenzing becomes the first raw material company to receive Jockey’s Great Partnership Award
02 / 05 / 2023
Fiber recycling innovations for a circular economy

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