New, eco-friendly dying process for jeans developed

October 11th, 2021

A sample of denim that was dyed using a new, more environmentally friendly technique. Photo: University of Georgia.  As much as consumers love blue jeans, few may realize their favorite casual clothes are not environmentally friendly to manufacture. Specifically, the process by which they're dyed is the problem. A new coloration technique, however, has been […]

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Collaboration to bring safer chemicals to the apparel industry

November 25th, 2019

Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) and Hohenstein have announced a collaboration to utilize the ECO PASSPORT by OEKO-TEX® certification system in the LS&Co. supply chain. This will amplify the capabilities of the Screened Chemistry program developed by LS&Co., helping to establish a clearer pathway toward safer chemistry in the apparel industry by providing enhanced levels […]

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