How Sustainable Are Polyamide Fabrics? A Life-Cycle Analysis

By A Mystery Man Writer

Polyamide was the very first entirely polymer fiber, invented as an alternative to silk. This strong, elastic material offers a long lifespan for items like stockings. Yet, virgin polyamide is typically produced from crude oils, bearing many adverse environmental impacts. So, we had to ask: How sustainable are polyamide fabrics?

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