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Ingeo Information
Corny Goodness was born in West-Central
Minnesota in the spring of 2009. We were very
fortunate to meet a pioneer in the field of Corn Fiber
Technology and have a continuing relationship with
his company, Future Products. While learning of the
fantastic properties of this fiber, we envisioned a
source for a knitting and crochet yarn that was
readily available, affordable, and worth all the time
that knitters and crocheters put into their projects.
A product that is renewable, compostable, machine
washable, and lovely to wear is like a dream come
true! No more sacrificing quality for all the practical
aspects that we need in the 21st century.
The properties of this fiber encourage us to
incorporate it into our daily lives - for a higher
quality of living and an environmentally responsible
approach to life.
Minnesota in the spring of 2009. We were very
fortunate to meet a pioneer in the field of Corn Fiber
Technology and have a continuing relationship with
his company, Future Products. While learning of the
fantastic properties of this fiber, we envisioned a
source for a knitting and crochet yarn that was
readily available, affordable, and worth all the time
that knitters and crocheters put into their projects.
A product that is renewable, compostable, machine
washable, and lovely to wear is like a dream come
true! No more sacrificing quality for all the practical
aspects that we need in the 21st century.
The properties of this fiber encourage us to
incorporate it into our daily lives - for a higher
quality of living and an environmentally responsible
approach to life.
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| What is it? The world's first man made fiber made 100% from annually renewable plant resources. How is it made? Ingeo is made from corn kernels. The starch/ sugar is fermented to produce polylactide resin (PLA) which is then extruded and spun into fiber. |
| Properties of Ingeo Wearability -Breathable -Moisture wicking -Odor resistent -Comfort -Natural insulating warmth Aesthetics -Color fast -UV resistent -Wrinkle resistent -Resembles natural fibers -has a "pearly sheen" Hypoallergenic -Resistent to odor-causing bacteria, microbes, mildews, and molds. Antibacterial -Does not support the growth of bacteria, fungi, or viruses. |
| Care -Washable -Requires less drying time, or just hang to dry -Gains strength with multiple washings! -Antibacterial -Natural Soil Release -Wrinkle Resistent Environment: -Compostable -Requires less energy to dry -50% less energy is used to produce Ingeo than polyester -Low flammability and very low smoke generation. |