Sustainable BCI Cotton Knitted Fabrics: Eco-Friendly, Durable, and Comfortable

Our Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) cotton knitted fabrics are produced from 100% organic cotton, which is grown according to the BCI standards. This cotton is produced under water and chemical fertilizer and pesticide inputs lesser than traditional cotton. 

The cotton is picked, cleaned, processed into superior quality yarns and embroidered on state of the art equipments into fine, elastic single jersey or interlock knitted fabrics. These fabrics are dyed and finished using environmentally sound procedures which have been OEKO-TEX Standard 100 accredited to avoid the use of harmful chemicals.

Quality and Performance 

BCI cotton knits are exceptionally functional and performant for apparel and other textile end uses. They have low shrinkage tendency hence ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers ensure garments do not distort with washing or after several wears.

The fabrics also look slightly shiny, exhibit good hand feel and drape and have some amount of stretch. They are light and made of materials that allow air to penetrate to the skin hence making the wearer feel cool when it is hot. 

Due to considerable tensile strength, elasticity and rubbing/pilling resistance, the improved garments remain long-lasting and retain their shape and attractive appearance with time.

Quality

BCI cotton knits conform to the requirements of color fastness to washing, perspiration, water, crocking and light. They are also non-sprung and have even surface and construction with no loose strands.

Sustainability

So when BCI is verifying fabrics, our cotton knits support better cotton farming. BCI farmers consume less water, chemical fertilisers and pesticides in the production of cotton. They also address issues of soil erosion, workers’ rights and economy.

Consuming BCI cotton fabrics, brands can change cotton cultivation method across the globe that will have a positive impact on growers, villages and the earth. This helps the brands to show consumers that it is socially responsible and ethical in doing business.

Both brand owners and consumers benefit greatly from the features attained throughout the BCI cotton knitted fabrics production, from the field all the way up to the finished product.