31. Mar 2026
High-performance meets biobased: Furix
On March 12, GS Biomats officially introduced its furan-based high-performance polymer brand, FURIX™.
The launch of Furix marks a significant step forward in redefining how biobased materials are developed and applied. Built on advanced materials science, Furix is designed to deliver biobased solutions that not only meet high performance standards but also align with long-term sustainability goals.
The “Natural Power New Performance Awakened – Furix Fiber Innovation Application Conference,” held in conjunction with the Yarn Expo Spring, represents Furix’s first major debut in the textile and fibre
Performance: Where natural power meets fibre applications
Furix derives its name from the combination of “Furan” and “Matrix.” It represents a high-performance, highly customizable, optimizable, and scalable matrix of furan-based bio-materials. Its core strength lies in its powerful and versatile intrinsic properties.
The newly released PEF fibre application perfectly exemplifies the “natural power” inherent in furan-based materials.
Powerful without additives:
Thanks to the unique oxygen-containing structure of the furan ring, Furix PEF fibres deliver a full range of high-performance properties inherently – without any chemical additives. These include 7A-grade natural antibacterial and anti-mite functions, excellent moisture absorption and quick-drying, wrinkle resistance and shape retention, UV protection, a natural cooling sensation, and superior anti-pilling performance.
Stability in multiple scenarios:
Furix PEF fibres have achieved industrial-scale production in staple fibre, wool top, and filament forms. They blend seamlessly with cotton, wool, Tencel, and other natural or synthetic fibres, while meeting application standards. The fibres can also be customized for high elasticity, quick-drying, or antibacterial properties according to customer needs, demonstrating excellent versatility and market adaptability.
As a "material of tomorrow" leading the future, Furix's confidence comes not only from natural power but also from GS Biomats's mature industrial layout: Through proprietary technology, the company has significantly reduced the cost of the key raw material FDCA, achieved global leadership in production and sales volume, and secured full-chain green certification – offering a practical and scalable pathway for sustainable fashion.
Synergy: Harnessing the collaborative strength of industry partners
The rapid rise of new materials depends on deep collaboration across the industrial chain. At the launch event, GS Biomats signed strategic cooperation agreements with five leading industry players.
In the filament sector, GS Biomats established strategic partnerships with Jasmine, Jingdu Textile, and Xiaoran Group. Notably, Xiaoran Technology announced plans to invest in a 5,000-tonne PEF polymerization and spinning production line, aiming to become a leading player in the biobased fibre market while jointly developing high-value, differentiated applications.
Wool and short fibre field:
GS Biomats has signed strategic cooperation agreements with Boheng and Danmao. To date, the three parties have completed multiple rounds of validation, fully demonstrating the advantages of PEF fibres in fine wool spinning and staple fibre applications. A range of standard and customized specifications have already been launched, offering the textile industry low-carbon, high-performance alternatives.
These series of signings cover the entire value chain – from biobased monomers to polyester chips, and from differentiated filaments to modified staple fibres. The collaboration also extends to branded applications in high-end fine wool fabrics and knitted materials. This marks the initial formation of a complete innovation ecosystem for PEF fibres, spanning upstream and downstream partners from R&D through to end-use applications, and lays a solid foundation for its large-scale commercialization.
Roundtable: Echoes from the industry frontline
During the roundtable discussion, GS Biomats President Zhang Yu, together with five industry guests, explored the market potential of Furix in depth.
Japan, a key trendsetter in the global fibre market, is seeing rising demand for high-performance biobased polymers. We are highly optimistic about the future of Furix PEF fibres and will actively drive their large-scale adoption worldwide.
PEF fibre has a structure very close to polyester, making it an ideal petroleum-based alternative. Real-world tests show that PEF-wool blends offer a noticeably more premium hand feel. As a new material, we need to communicate its benefits in a way that consumers can easily understand, experience, and love. Furix PEF fibres currently demonstrate exceptionally high physical performance potential. In the future, greater collaboration across the industry chain is needed to establish application standards for cotton spinning, wool spinning, and other key sectors.
Low-carbon sustainability is an irreversible trend. We are actively working to overcome the technical challenges in weaving and dyeing processes. We look forward to stronger collaboration across the entire industry chain to accelerate R&D efforts and drive the rapid adoption of this green material in end-consumer markets.
As a company specializing in differentiated filaments, we are highly confident in the future of FDCA as a cost-effective alternative to PTA. We strongly believe in Furix’s underlying innovation capabilities and plan to support the advancement of the biobased fibre industry through substantial investments in production capacity.
Currently, PEF fibres are strategically positioned in the mid-to-high-end differentiated market, with a strong focus on wool spinning, premium business wear, and moisture-wicking quick-dry sportswear. We have already partnered with several well-known domestic and international apparel brands to accelerate the development and launch of ready-to-wear garments. The industry must continue to deepen upstream and downstream collaboration – from fibre development and fabric processing to final product creation – to drive the successful commercialization of PEF fibres.
Vision beyond fibres, unlocking infinite possibilities
This launch marks not only a milestone, but also a new beginning for Furix as a high-performance polymer brand.
Fibre applications are just the first step. GS Biomats’ first production facility in Lishui, Zhejiang, already delivers at the scale of hundreds of tons, while a new facility in Taixing, Jiangsu, with an annual capacity of tens of thousands of tons, is set to come online soon. Looking ahead, Furix will continue to expand its expertise in biobased furan materials, bringing the power of nature into a wider range of applications, including packaging and engineering materials. Together with global partners, we aim to usher in a new era of sustainable advanced materials. AT
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