What is Sorona?
Sorona is the brand name of a renewable fiber produced by the chemical company DuPont. It is extracted from renewable plant materials, mainly maïs. Its main advantage is that Sorona's production has a lower environmental impact compared to other fibers such as cotton, polyester and nylon. For example, the production process conserves water and energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases. Because of these properties, Sorona is popular within the textile industry.
What are the advantages of Sorona?
In addition to its durability, Sorona has several properties that make it comfortable to wear. For example, Sorona is silky soft to the touch and dries quickly. This makes it perfect for incorporating it into sportswear, polo shirts or outdoor jackets. The biggest advantage for manufacturers is that Sorona has high tensile strength and is abrasion-resistant. Moreover, after frequent washing and exposure to the sun, it retains the vibrancy of color. Because the fiber is resistant to creasing and shrinking, Sorona garments are low-maintenance.
How often is Sorona used?
The number of garments containing Sorona has grown steadily in recent years. According to a report by Research and Markets, the demand for Sorona fibers in the textile industry is expected to increase due to increasing interest in sustainable clothing. The report forecasts that global demand for Sorona fibers will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.7% between 2020 and 2025. Another study conducted by Allied Market Research confirms this trend. They forecast that the global renewable fiber market will grow to $21.8 billion by 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.6% between 2018 and 2025. In addition, Transparency Market Research states that demand for Sorona fiber in the carpet industry will grow due to the fiber's durable properties and high performance.
Sources:
- Research and Markets (2021). Global Sorona Fiber Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026).
- Allied Market Research (2018). Sustainable Fibers Market by Type and Application: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2018 - 2025.
- Transparency Market Research (2021). Sorona Fiber Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2020 – 2030.