Replace neoprene with plant-based rubber

Surfer paddling out wearing wetsuit

Yulex brings non-sensitizing, high performing, 100% plant based, specialty natural rubber materials to consumers and brands. From neoprene wetsuits to oceanware, Yulex's natural materials offer a natural alternative to petroleum-based products.

An estimated 65 million tons of plastic-based textile materials used in activewear and outerwear are generated every year.

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Benefits

  • Reduces petroleum-based textiles
  • Yulex's natural materials help prevent latex allergies
  • Yulex neoprene generates less CO2 during manufacturing compared to synthetic neoprene

Challenges

  • Less styles to choose from
  • More expensive than the alternatives

Making a difference

Yulex neoprene material actually outperforms its toxic predecessor while producing 80% less CO2 during manufacturing process.

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