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Man and woman wearing PORLITE mountaineering jackets in outdoor scene

Hiking Fabric Solutions

For hiking and trekking apparel, weight and comfort are critical. A lightweight waterproof hiking jacket allows for effortless movement on trails, while still offering reliable protection against sudden weather changes. Our technical fabrics are engineered to reduce bulk without compromising performance.

To meet growing demands for sustainability, HwaFune offers a range of eco-friendly fabric options. These include:

Eco-friendly Yarns – Made from recycled PET or bio-based polymers to reduce petroleum dependence and carbon footprint.

 

Sustainable Materials for Performance Fabrics

**Comparison of bio-based and recycled materials with sources and sustainability highlights
Material / Brand Material Source Sustainability Highlights
Bio Polyester Sorona® Fermented corn → Glucose → PDO + PTA → Polymerization → Yarn Up to 30% CO2 and 63% GHG reduction vs. Nylon;
USDA, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I
Bio Nylon BASF® CPL + Biomethane + Castor Oil → Yarn Reduces fossil dependence and carbon emissions;
Certified under RCS, ISCC PLUS, REDcert2
Recycled Polyester UNIFI® 100% bottles → Washed, sorted, flaked, polymerized with EG → Chips → Yarn Fully post-consumer;
Verified by U Trust®, FiberPrint®, GRS, SCS Recycled Content
Recycled Nylon Seawastex® Melted and purified post-industrial nylon waste (e.g., fishing nets) → Caprolactam → Yarn Traceable batch system (Transaction Certificate); GRS certified


Sustainable Membranes – Options include recycled PU, eco (r) poly membranes (TPEE), recycled TPU, and Porlite microporous membranes (solvent-free & PFAS-free), all designed for breathable and durable water protection. Learn more  : Eco Series | HWAFUNE TEXTILE

 


Custom Pairing – Yarns and membranes can be tailored to match performance goals, such as water resistance, breathability, or stretch, for optimized hiking gear fabrics.

Mountaineering fabric advantages: ultra-breathable, abrasion-resistant, flexible stretch, eco-friendly, fashionable colors

Whether you’re sourcing lightweight hiking jacket fabrics, eco hiking textiles, or sustainable outdoor material suppliers, we support your brand’s performance and environmental mission.

Looking For Trusted Hiking Fabric Manufacturers? 👉 Contact Us Now

Man wearing PORLITE outdoor jacket in mountaineering scene Man and woman wearing Hwafune mountaineering jackets in outdoor climbing scene

Hiking Fabric Solutions

For hiking and trekking apparel, weight and comfort are critical. A lightweight waterproof hiking jacket allows for effortless movement on trails, while still offering reliable protection against sudden weather changes. Our technical fabrics are engineered to reduce bulk without compromising performance.

To meet growing demands for sustainability, HwaFune offers a range of eco-friendly fabric options. These include:

Eco-friendly Yarns – Made from recycled PET or bio-based polymers to reduce petroleum dependence and carbon footprint.

Material/Brand Material Source Sustainability Highlights
Bio Polyester Sorona®
Fermented corn → Glucose → PDO + PTA → Polymerization → Yarn Up to 30% CO₂ and 63% GHG reduction vs. Nylon; USDA, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 Class I
Bio Nylon BASF® CPL + Biomethane + Castor Oil→ Yarn Reduces fossil dependence and carbon emissions; Certified under RCS, ISCC PLUS, REDcert²
Recycled Polyester UNIFI® 100% bottles → Washed, sorted, flaked, polymerized with EG → Chips → Yarn Fully post-consumer; Verified by U Trust®, FiberPrint®, GRS, SCS Recycled Content
Recycled Nylon Seawastex® Melted and purified post-industrial nylon waste (e.g., fishing nets) → Caprolactam → Yarn Traceable batch system (Transaction Certificate); GRS certified


Sustainable Membranes – Options include recycled PU, eco (r) poly membranes (TPEE), recycled TPU, and Porlite microporous membranes (solvent-free & PFAS-free), all designed for breathable and durable water protection. Learn more  : Eco Series | HWAFUNE TEXTILE

 


Custom Pairing – Yarns and membranes can be tailored to match performance goals, such as water resistance, breathability, or stretch, for optimized hiking gear fabrics.

Whether you’re sourcing lightweight hiking jacket fabrics, eco hiking textiles, or sustainable outdoor material suppliers, we support your brand’s performance and environmental mission.

Looking For Trusted Hiking Fabric Manufacturers? 👉 Contact Us Now