Lenzing's VEOCEL™ builds awareness in combating plastic pollution highlighted at UN's SEA of Solutions 2024

Biodegradable and compostable^[2], VEOCEL™ fibers do not fall under the plastic definition of the EU's Single-Use Plastics Directive^[3]. In 2021, scientists at the prestigious research institute Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) at the University of California, San Diego, had confirmed that Lenzing's wood-based cellulosic fibers can fully biodegrade within 30 days in sea-surface and sea-floor conditions, while petroleum-based fibers remained practically unchanged after 200 days^[4].

"At Lenzing, we are deeply committed to working closely with value chain partners to advance sustainable solutions and help the industry progress on its sustainability roadmap," said Monique Buch, Executive Vice President Nonwovens at Lenzing AG on their attendance at the event. "Our participation at UN SoS 2024 underscores our dedication to tackling plastic pollution through collaboration and knowledge sharing among global stakeholders."

The VEOCEL™ product portfolio includes totally chlorine-free lyocell and viscose fibers, as well as high-performance hydrophobic fibers. Looking ahead, VEOCEL™ will continue to act as a catalyst for change for the nonwovens industry by expanding their range of low-environmental impact alternatives to synthetic materials that can cover more applications and industries.

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About VEOCEL™

VEOCEL™ is Lenzing Group's flagship specialty nonwovens brand. The VEOCEL™ product portfolio features VEOCEL™ Lyocell fibers and VEOCEL™ Viscose fibers which are wood-based and have natural absorbency, can aid liquid distribution, and are biodegradable and versatile. The VEOCEL™ brand is categorized into four branded offerings including VEOCEL™ Beauty, VEOCEL™ Body, VEOCEL™ Intimate and VEOCEL™ Surface and its fibers are used in baby care, beauty and body care, intimate care, and surface cleaning products.

To learn more about VEOCEL™, please visit https://www.veocel.com/. For more details around the sustainability features, performance, as well as the technology and production processes behind VEOCEL™ branded fibers, please visit https://www.veocel.com/en/sustainability.

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