fibersnatural
Fibersnatural is a term used to describe natural fibers derived from renewable sources and used as reinforcement or functional materials in textiles, composites, and consumer goods. It encompasses plant-based fibers such as cotton, flax (linen), hemp, jute, and sisal; animal-based fibers such as wool and silk; and other naturally occurring fibers produced with minimal chemical modification. It excludes most synthetic polymers and mineral-derived fibers.
Production and processing involve cultivation or harvest, extraction or retting for bast fibers, and mechanical or
Applications include apparel, home textiles, filtration, and automotive or construction composites where reduced weight or improved
Properties vary by fiber type but typical characteristics include lower density than many synthetics, higher moisture
Sustainability and standards: natural fiber production generally requires less energy than synthetic fibers but can entail
Ongoing research aims to improve consistency, performance, and processing efficiency, and to expand feedstock diversity.