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Material Deep Dive
Triacetate
Triacetate earns a mid-high overall sustainability score because it starts from renewable wood pulp, has moderate carbon and water impacts, and is ultimately biodegradable, placing it above many fully petrochemical synthetics.
Regenerated
Virgin
End of Life
5+ years
70/100
Chemical Use
Moderate
60/100
Pollution
Moderate
60/100
Water Usage
1,400 L/kg
92/100
Carbon Footprint
3.3 kg CO₂/kg
76/100
Carbon Footprint Analysis
76/100
Triacetate produces approximately 3.3 kg CO₂-equivalent per kilogram of fiber.
The Data
Carbon Footprint
3.3 kg CO₂/kg
FSI Carbon Score
76/100
Sources: Higg Materials Sustainability Index, Textile Exchange Preferred Fiber Report
Sustainability Breakdown
Microplastic risk
High
Care level
Moderate
Available certifications
FSC, PEFC, bluesign APPROVED, ISO 14001, OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Biomass Mark
Key properties
silky drape, smooth and soft handfeel, wrinkle-resistant, quick-drying, dimensionally stable, lightweight, good color brilliance, moderate moisture absorption, good pleat retention
Common uses
dresses, blouses, skirts, tailored trousers, suiting, formalwear, linings, scarves, ties, lingerie, fashion tops
Also known as
cellulose triacetate, TA, triacetate fiber, Soalon, Arnel