Japan-based Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd. has developed a next-generation comfort material for active and functional apparel, combining contact cooling functionality with sweat stickiness prevention. The dual-layer, knit structure alternates hydrophobic and hydrophilic WAVERON™ yarns, where the hydrophilic yarn absorbs perspiration, and the hydrophobic yarn keeps skin dry. The outer layer disperses moisture, enhancing comfort during physical activity.
Targeted for the 2026 spring/summer sports and outdoor apparel season, Teijin aims to sell 100,000 meters initially, expanding to 1 million meters annually by 2028, including applications in functional fashion. The fabric is made from 100-percent recycled polyester and uses per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS)-free water-repellent technology, supporting sustainability goals.
2025 Quarterly Issue I
