24. Jul 2017

Sustainable shoes contain biobased PU derived from Reverdia’s Biosuccinium

Reverdia’s biosuccinic acid, which is marketed under the brand name Biosuccinium, has been used in the production of bio-based materials for German outdoor brand Vaude’s new Skarvan range of hiking shoes.

nAs part of the completely redesigned Summer 2018 Shoe Collection, they offer consumers a sustainable choice of trekking shoe with high-end design and were unveiled at the OutDoor 2017 show in Friedrichshafen, Germany.
“With the SS18 Collection, we have taken a big step toward becoming the most sustainable provider of functional outdoor and bike shoes,” said Oliver Korden, Vaude’s Head of Footwear.

Polyols derived from Reverdia’s Biosuccinium are used to produce polyurethanes (PU) with a significant share of bio-based content and a reduced carbon footprint, which can be used in the manufacture of sustainable products.

This is the first time the German outdoor brand has used a bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) for toe caps and heel counters. VAUDE is committed to minimising the environmental footprint of its products and was the first outdoor company to receive certification under the EU's Eco-management and Audit Scheme (EMAS). It now seeks to reduce dependency on oil by replacing conventional materials with sustainable bio-based alternatives.

“Consumers can now find high-performance footwear which contains Reverdia’s bio-succinic acid on store shelves,” said Marcel Lubben, President of Reverdia. “This is a very exciting step for us, as it clearly demonstrates how Biosuccinium-based polyurethanes can support brands in these markets to meet customer demand for truly sustainable products.”

https://www.vaude.com


New Skarvan trekking shoes launched by Vaude -photo VAUDE

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