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Are Next-Gen Synthetic Fibers the Future of Sustainable Textiles?

Modern Farmer

The polymer can yield various end products depending on the twisting of yarns. When it comes to spinning, according to Bloom Labs , costs can be two to three times higher than with oil-based yarns because the melt-spun machines used by the apparel industry don’t work with these fledgling fibers.

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