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Material Deep Dive
Bamboo Viscose
Bamboo viscose scores 70/100: its climate impact estimate is moderate and biodegradability is strong, but conventional viscose production carries high chemical and pollution risks.
Regenerated
Virgin
End of Life
~1 year
95/100
Chemical Use
High
30/100
Pollution
High
35/100
Water Usage
838 L/kg
98/100
Carbon Footprint
3 kg CO₂/kg
80/100
Carbon Footprint Analysis
80/100
Bamboo Viscose produces approximately 3 kg CO₂-equivalent per kilogram of fiber.
The Data
Carbon Footprint
3 kg CO₂/kg
FSI Carbon Score
80/100
Sources: Higg Materials Sustainability Index, Textile Exchange Preferred Fiber Report
Sustainability Breakdown
Microplastic risk
None
Care level
Delicate
Available certifications
OEKO-TEX Standard 100, FSC, PEFC, CanopyStyle-aligned sourcing, EU Ecolabel (selected producers)
Key properties
breathable, soft, smooth, moisture-wicking, drapey, biodegradable, cooling, highly absorbent
Common uses
t-shirts, underwear, loungewear, activewear, dresses, blouses, baby clothing, socks, bedding, towels
Also known as
bamboo rayon, bamboo viscose rayon, regenerated bamboo fiber, bamboo cellulose fiber