ALT TEX

ALT TEXBiodegradable and carbon neutral textiles, engineered from food waste.

ALT TEX, a Toronto-based startup, creates biodegradable, carbon-neutral fabric from food waste. Their patent-pending technology offers a sustainable, high-performance, and cost-competitive polyester alternative for fashion brands, diverting waste and reducing environmental impact.

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ALT TEX

ALT TEX is creating the world’s most radically sustainable polyester alternative, made from one of the world’s largest landfill contributors – food waste. Using a patent-pending process, ALT TEX transforms food waste into biodegradable bioplastic fibers, offering an ethical and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional polyester.

Product Highlights

  • Feature 1: Made from food waste, reducing landfill burden.
  • Feature 2: Biodegradable, minimizing environmental impact.
  • Feature 3: Possesses mechanical properties similar to polyester, suitable for various applications.

Use Cases

  • Use case 1: Manufacturing apparel and textiles.
  • Use case 2: Production of home goods like furniture and curtains.
  • Use case 3: Creating packaging materials.

Target Audience

ALT TEX serves businesses and sustainability-conscious consumers seeking a sustainable polyester alternative.