sustainability
Cotton is a renewable and biodegradable natural fiber, which means it is a more sustainable choice compared to petroleum-derived synthetic materials.
Cotton is a renewable and biodegradable natural fiber, which means it is a more sustainable choice compared to petroleum-derived synthetic materials.
Cotton meets the demands of new consumers, who seek a return to natural raw materials and value their origin and sustainability of production processes.
It is known to be soft, comfortable and pleasant to the touch. It is a natural fiber that allows the skin to breathe, providing comfort during use.
It is an extremely versatile fiber, being used in the manufacture of a wide variety of products, from clothing, bedding and towels to medical and personal care products.
Cotton fibers are very durable. Cotton products tend to withstand frequent use, maintaining their structural integrity over a long period of time.
For people with sensitive skin or allergies, cotton is an ideal choice as it is less likely to cause irritation or allergic skin reactions compared to synthetic materials.
Cotton has the ability to absorb moisture from the body, helping to keep you dry and comfortable. This makes the fiber a popular choice for sportswear, underwear and swimwear.
Among the main fabric and clothing production fibers, cotton is the fiber that has one of the shortest decomposition times in nature.
Cotton
1 week - 5 monthsSilk
1 - 4 yearsPolyester
20 - 200 yearsLeather
25 - 50 yearsNylon
30 - 40 years
Brazilian indigenous peoples knew and transformed cotton into threads and rustic fabrics even before the arrival of the Portuguese.
Lint production reached commercial levels and emerged as a promising economic activity for Colonial Brazil.
Brazil had remained relevant in the global cotton market. At the time the country’s Northeast region stood out, leading production.
This small insect brought in from abroad devastated cotton fields, especially in the Northeast, destroying entire growing areas.
In addition to the pest, changes in economic policies contributed to the reduction of more than 60% of the cotton acreage. 800,000 people were unemployed by 1995.
Cotton farming was restored in Brazil through technology advances, and the crop migrated to the Brazilian Midwest, where the plant adapted to the soil and climate.
The organization helped spread new farming techniques and good practices. The creation of Abrapa marks a new phase of prosperity and development for cotton.
Based on regional sustainability practices, a national protocol was established in 2012 for the socio-environmental certification of Brazilian cotton, the ABR..
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