With Colorau™ Technology
Introducing the Tintex RCOT Primo Natural Dye Collection
A collaboration between Tintex and Circular Systems
Tintex has partnered up with Circular Systems to collaborate on a premium knits collection designed with the lowest impact materials and processing in mind.
By combining Texloop™ RCOT™ Primo high-quality recycled cotton yarns with Tintex’s Colorau™ Natural Dye Processing, we have created some of the highest quality textiles focused on circularity.
Extracts From Nature
Colorau™ natural dye process incorporates compounds of natural origin into substrates to produce functional, ecological, and sustainable technology. This technology also focuses on its environmental impact by eliminating potentially toxic effluents generated by synthetic dyestuffs.
The Natural Dye Collection uses only compounds of natural origin – Thyme, Chestnut Tree, Gambier and Morus Tinctoria.
The Collection
Thyme - Pique/Interlock (5866ND01)
With the combination of two different types of surfaces, interlock and pique, a compact and casual structure was developed. Cotton is responsible for the softness, comfort, and flexibility, while the structure guarantees good breathability with fluid a drape.
Structure
Interlock / Pique
Width and Weight
180 cm usable / 220 gsm
Detailed Composition
50% RCOT™ Rec. Cttn. 50% Org. Cttn.
Chestnut Tree - French Terry (5867ND01)
Comfortable and soft fabric equals 100% cotton. It's tightly knitted, and compact front provides a casual aesthetic, while its cross loops on the underside offer a comfortable and relaxed feel. Therefore, it is suitable for creating various cozy garments, such as sweatshirts, sweatpants, hoodies and lounge-wear items.
Structure
French Terry
Width and Weight
190 cm usable / 330 gsm
Detailed Composition
30% RCOT™ Rec. Cttn. 20% ECOLIFE Rec. Cttn. 50% Org. Cttn.
Chestnut Tree - Rib (5870ND01)
Structure with a delicate movement, a comfortable and relaxed feel engineered with 100% cotton.
Structure
1x1 Rib
Width and Weight
215 cm usable / 300 gsm
Detailed Composition
50% RCOT™ Rec. Cttn. 50% Org. Cttn.
Gambier - Jersey (5868ND01)
Delicate structure with a fluid drape that adapts easily to the body movements where comfort, softness and flexibility are visible. Emerized finishing creates a smooth pile on the surface of the knit, giving a soft, velvet-like touch.
Structure
Jersey
Width and Weight
140 cm usable / 300 gsm
Detailed Composition
50% RCOT™ Rec. Cttn. 50% Org. Cttn.
Morus Tinctoria - Jersey (5869ND01)
Dense structure with a soft and smooth hand feel. Due to the cotton properties, this interlock is breathable and offers a comfortable and relaxed feeling. It is perfect for creating garments suitable for casual wear.
Structure
Jersey
Width and Weight
120 cm usable / 240 gsm
Detailed Composition
50% RCOT™ Rec. Cttn. 50% Org. Cttn.
Order Sample Yardage
For sample yardage under 65 meters you can order direct from Tintex online store.
Bulk Commercial Orders
For bulk commercial inquiries over 65 meters contact commercial sales teams directly.
Colorau™ Dyeing Process
The use of low temperatures in the dyeing process and the substitution of traditional auxiliaries with natural occurring alternatives also contribute to the overall process' impacts reduction. There is no sacrifice in color durability, as Colorau™ is focused on natural extracts with inherent color fastness properties that are also antimicrobial. This unique technology is designed to mimic the beauty and authenticity of nature.
Natural Color
Thyme
Thyme is a semi shrub, with flowering stems, small leaves and flowers (pink or white) and a strong and intense aroma.
As a Mediterranean species, it prospers in well drained soils, adapting even on very dry soils.It is a grass weed and may, in pot, be similar to a climbing species It occurs from Western Europe to Southeast Italy and is especially cultivated as a condiment and essential oil, rich in thymol, with appreciable antiseptic power, widely used against lung problems and as a digestive stimulant.
Chestnut Tree
The species that exists in Portugal is also the one that predominates in Europe. There is knowledge and signs of its existence in the Portuguese territory for many centuries, reason why, it is considered to be an indigenous species. However, some believe that it was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula during the Roman era.
The chestnut tree is a deciduous tree that can last more than a thousand years. Its production remains high even at an old age.
Gambier
Gambier is an extract derived from the leaves of Uncaria gambir, a climbing shrub native to tropical Southeast Asia.
Gambier was an important trade item into the late nineteenth century. There are several areas of applications for gambier, such as tanning agent, a brown dye, a food additive and as herbal medicine.
Morus Tinctoria
Morus Tinctoria, is a medium to large tree of the Neotropics. This tree originates in Central America. It produces a yellow dye called fustic.
It is important to add that the route is an aqueous extraction without any chemical aggregate and whose process is also energy efficient since steam and electricity are generated (to a large extent) using the raw materials used once they are extracted as fuel.
Texloop RCOT Primo
Post-Industrial Recycling Process (1-6)
Post-Industrial Waste
Water Savings
CO2 Reduction
Reduced Energy
Impact Data
Recycled cotton is one of the lowest impact fibers you can use in fashion applications. You get all the amazing things we love about cotton without out all the devastation to our environment. No land use. No water.
Certifications
Global Recycled Standard (GRS)*
Organic Content Standard (OCS)*
OEKO TEX 100*
BLUESIGN*
Colorau™ Natural Dye + Texloop™ RCOT™ Primo vs. Conventional Dye + Conventional
Data based on HIGG LCIA Midpoints
*Yarn is GRS and OCS Certified. Tintex Dye/Finish is GRS, OCS, OEKO-TEX, and Bluesign Certified. Colorau dye stuffs are not currently recognized under the scope certificates.We cannot issue transfer certificates
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