Milk is dewatered and skimmed. Milk is then manufactured into a spinning fluid suitable for wet spinning process by means of advanced bio-engineering technique. Milk protein fiber is the result, which is then spun into yarn suitable for knitting or weaving.
Why Milk for Clothing
The emergence of milk protein fiber updates the traditional definition of animal protein fiber, being the combination of nature and hi-tech – it is more accommodating to the needs of our modern lifestyle.
Environmentally Friendly Option
Milk – a naturally produced product where everyone benefits.
Milk protein fiber has passed Oeko-Tex Standard 100 green certification international ecological textiles.
100% biodegradable.
Properties of Milk blends
Milk offers greater durability and breath-ability than cotton.
Milk can be blended with everything from Tencel to organic cotton – producing a wide range of fabrics from terrycloth to luxurious satin brocades.
Milk is high in protein and contains all essential amino acids.
Milk is an economical source of cellulose for ethanol production – biofuels.
Pulp made from Milk is superior to short-fiber wood, and is tough and durable. Can be finished to smooth surface specialty paper or additive to strengthen recycled post-consumer waste pulp – all a bonus and favorite in today’s ecologically aware market.
Milk oil’s high and balanced EFA content also makes it an ideal ingredient in body care products.