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REFIBRA™ technology

contributing to the circular economy in textiles

(LENZING™ Lyocell RB / RB LF) The pioneering REFIBRA™ technology involves upcycling cotton scraps from garment production. These cotton scraps are transformed into cotton pulp. A substantial proportion – up to one third – of this is added to wood pulp, and the combined raw material is transformed to produce new virgin TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers to make fabrics and garments.
Based on the same award-winning efficient closed loop production process as standard TENCEL™ Lyocell fiber, REFIBRA™ technology is Lenzing’s first step to contribute to the circular economy in the textile industry.

TENCEL™ fibers with REFIBRA™ technology are identifiable in yarns, fabrics and final garments owing to the innovative special identification technology designed to confirm fiber origin. In turn, this improves supply chain transparency.

keep it circulating

Tencel Refibra Chart 2023


Historic Milestones

2017 First commercial lyocell fiber giving a second life to cotton

With the launch of Lenzing’s REFIBRA™ technology in 2017, Lenzing achieved an unprecedented milestone for circular economy in textiles by developing a new fiber based on cotton scraps and wood.

Commercial scale

Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)

TENCEL™ fiber produced with REFIBRA™ technology was the first lyocell fiber featuring recycled material from post-industrial sources on a commercial scale.

The fiber is available with Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) certifying that all production processes in the entire supply chain have undergone relevant steps to ensure the integrity of the final product.

Combining the best of two worlds

20% cotton pulp / 80%wood pulp

The technology combines the best of two worlds to create one of the most ecological wood-based fibers on the planet: the lyocell technology which is widely acknowledged to be the most eco-friendly wood-based cellulosic fiber, and the recycling of cotton scraps from garment production.

Initially 20 percent of pulp produced from cotton scraps was blended with wood pulp.

2019 Progress

• The share of pulp produced from cotton scraps was increased to 30 percent.

• Numerous international brands use TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers produced with REFIBRA™ technology.

• Vast progress has been made in R&D for using post-consumer waste as raw material.

• Lenzing has filed a patent on the recycling of lyocell for use as a raw material for lyocell production.

TENCEL™ x REFIBRA™ leaflet

other technologies

Indigo Color technology

A one-step spun-dyeing process incorporates indigo pigment into TENCEL™ Modal fibers. This new product delivers long-lasting indigo color with greater convenience and multiple environmental benefits.

Micro technology

Among Lenzing’s Lyocell and Modal fiber portfolio, Micro technology offers an even finer quality of lightness and exquisite softness, producing lightweight fabrics, based on the their fine titer.

Eco Filament technology

As a step-change in wood-based cellulosic fiber technology, TENCEL™ Luxe introduces botanic lyocell filaments, derived from the renewable resource wood and a commercial scale, with sustainability at its core based on an environmentally sound closed loop process.

Indigo Color technology

A one-step spun-dyeing process incorporates indigo pigment into TENCEL™ Modal fibers. This new product delivers long-lasting indigo color with greater convenience and multiple environmental benefits.

Micro technology

Among Lenzing’s Lyocell and Modal fiber portfolio, Micro technology offers an even finer quality of lightness and exquisite softness, producing lightweight fabrics, based on the their fine titer.

Eco Filament technology

As a step-change in wood-based cellulosic fiber technology, TENCEL™ Luxe introduces botanic lyocell filaments, derived from the renewable resource wood and a commercial scale, with sustainability at its core based on an environmentally sound closed loop process.

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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