NORRATEX

In early 2022 CMPC sealed an agreement with the start-up Nordic Bioproducts, a spin-off of Aalto University in Finland that successfully developed Norratex. This product is a new cellulose-based textile fiber positioned as a sustainable alternative to common textile fibers.

With the Nordic Bioproducts method, cellulose is first processed in an environmentally-friendly and cost-effective way using the patented small particle cellulose AaltoCell method, after which the fiber is further processed into viscose textile fiber.

What benefits does Norratex provide to the environment?

• No toxic chemicals or expensive solvents are used in its manufacture.
• Fibers can be made from forestry industry by-products, such as textile waste and cellulose.