SORONA: An innovative and environmentally friendly pioneer in the field of chemical fibers
Today, in the pursuit of sustainable development and high-performance fabrics, SORONA fibers have stood out in the field of chemical fibers with their unique advantages. SORONA is a bio-based polymer fiber developed by DuPont of the United States. It has broken the traditional fiber industry's heavy reliance on petroleum resources and injected a new concept of environmental protection into the chemical fiber industry.
The birth of SORONA fiber stems from the dual pursuit of environmental protection and performance. The key component in its raw materials - 1, 3-propanediol (PDO), 37% comes from renewable plant resources such as corn. Through biological fermentation technology, the glucose in corn is converted into PDO, which is then polymerized with PTA (terephthalic acid) to produce SORONA fiber. This production method not only reduces the consumption of petroleum resources, but also emits 63% less carbon dioxide and lowers energy consumption by 30% compared with traditional nylon polymers during the production process.
In terms of performance, SORONA fibers possess numerous remarkable features. It has a unique "spring" -like molecular structure, which endows the fiber with lasting elasticity and excellent resilience. The fabric made can quickly return to its original shape after being stretched by external force and is not easy to deform. It is very suitable for making clothing that requires high elasticity, such as yoga pants and sports bras, providing the wearer with free and comfortable support for movement. Meanwhile, SORONA fiber also has the characteristic of being soft and skin-friendly, with a silky smooth feel. It is often used to make close-fitting clothes such as T-shirts and dresses, providing an excellent wearing experience.
In terms of dyeing performance, SORONA fibers perform exceptionally well. It has a good adsorption capacity for dyes, can dye bright and lasting colors, and has high color fastness and is not easy to fade, providing greater creative space for fabric design. In addition, SORONA fiber also features moisture-absorbing and quick-drying properties, anti-wrinkle and wear resistance, as well as resistance to chlorine and ultraviolet rays, which extend the service life of the fabric and reduce the trouble of daily care.
