EnglishSustainability has become a key issue in today's textile industry. Synthetic fabrics are popular for their durability and low cost, but their environmental costs - especially their non-degradability - have been criticized. Hacci Fabric (also known as "honey fiber") is an emerging synthetic fabric that has attracted much attention for its unique biodegradable properties.
The degradation dilemma of traditional synthetic fabrics
Common synthetic fabrics, such as polyester (polyester), nylon and acrylic, are derived from petroleum-based materials. These materials have stable molecular structures and degrade extremely slowly in the natural environment, usually taking decades or even hundreds of years. Microplastic pollution is a direct manifestation of its environmental impact - fibers shed during washing enter the water, ultimately threatening marine ecology and human health. Although some brands have begun to use recycled polyester (such as rPET), it is still essentially plastic and the degradation problem has not been solved.
The unique advantages of Hacci Fabric
Hacci Fabric is a blend of modified cellulose and bio-based polymers (such as polylactic acid PLA), and its raw materials are partially derived from renewable plant resources. Unlike pure petroleum-based synthetic fibers, Hacci Fabric can be gradually decomposed by microorganisms under specific conditions (such as industrial composting environments), and eventually converted into water, carbon dioxide and biomass, greatly reducing environmental residues.
Studies have shown that the degradation cycle of Hacci Fabric under standard composting conditions (temperature 50-60°C, humidity above 60%) is 6-12 months, which is much faster than traditional synthetic fibers. Even in an undesirable natural environment, its degradation rate is still significantly better than ordinary polyester. In addition, the production process of Hacci Fabric has low energy consumption and can reduce chemical waste emissions through a closed-loop process.
Comparison with other "environmentally friendly synthetic fabrics"
Recycled polyester (rPET): Although it reduces oil extraction, it cannot solve the problems of microplastics and degradation.
Bio-based nylon (such as castor oil-based nylon): The raw materials are renewable, but the degradability is limited and specific processing conditions are still required.
Polylactic acid (PLA) fiber: It is completely degradable, but the heat resistance and strength are poor, and it often needs to be blended with materials such as Hacci to improve practicality.
Hacci Fabric offers a more viable alternative by balancing performance with environmental friendliness.
