What is naNea ?
naNea is an innovative synthetic material developed by OceanSafe , a Swiss company based in Bern. It's a fully biodegradable polyester specifically engineered for the circular economy. Unlike conventional polyester, which often releases harmful and persistent microplastic particles, naNea is non-toxic and doesn't contribute to ocean pollution. It's designed to be recycled over and over again without compromising quality.
OceanSafe’s naNea material was specifically developed for the circular economy.
What's special about naNea is its complete recyclability . Products made from this material can be returned to the production cycle after their useful life to create new textiles. This keeps the material in a closed loop and reduces dependence on new raw materials. The manufacturing process is also remarkable: naNea is produced using renewable energy and does not release any harmful chemicals.
The circular products from naNea can be recycled again and again - without any loss of quality.
naNea and the circular economy
The circular economy is becoming increasingly important in the fashion industry in order to reduce the enormous amount of textile waste. Around 100 billion items of clothing are produced worldwide every year, a large proportion of which ends up in landfills or are incinerated. This is where NIKIN relies on naNea : products made from this innovative material can be recycled and reused, meaning they remain in the cycle. However, if a naNea product is disposed of, it decomposes completely in the biological cycle. Particularly impressive is that naNea degrades by over 93% in seawater within just 99 days (according to ASTM D6691) without leaving behind any harmful persistent microparticles or residues. naNea therefore offers a real solution for a more environmentally friendly future of fashion .
Our circular products make nature the main beneficiary.
Why is naNea important for the fashion industry?
The use of naNea is an important step toward making the fashion industry more sustainable. Fast-fashion brands produce clothing that is often only worn briefly and quickly ends up in the trash. Materials like naNea prove that there is another way. Thanks to its ability to be recycled over and over again, naNea offers a real alternative to conventional fabrics that cause a high environmental impact. It is also one of the few synthetic materials that is fully Cradle to Cradle Certified® Gold , confirming its environmental friendliness and recyclability.
A material with a future
NIKIN is proud to have found a material for true circularity in naNea from OceanSafe . The new circular products, such as the TreeShirt and TreeHoodie, are examples of the possibilities this material offers. With naNea, clothing stays in the loop. Combined with our new "Circular Cashback" program , which allows worn-out products to be returned, this creates a closed loop that makes nature the primary beneficiary. You can find all information about our new "Circular Cashback" program here .
