New high performance stretch fibre set to launch
16/05/2025
The company has been testing the resistance of its fibre in denim processing for two years, with Neil Bell as denim project leader. The specific chemical make-up of XLANCE allows it to withstand the harshest processes including hypochlorite, ozone and lasering. Even after two years of laundering, the jeans will keep their elasticity. “XLANCE denim is shaping redefined, thanks to its unique ability to withstand any treatment and deliver long last durability, you can now live in your favourite jeans forever without any loss of stretch and recovery,” said Mr Bell.
For brands, XLANCE believes that its yarn has the potential to allow for more creativity as there are no limits to finishings, while consumers will benefit from the more durable elasticity.
Resistance to high temperatures and harsh chemicals, and high dimensional stability, set this fibre apart from other elastomeric stretch fibres. The yarn is used in small proportions, at around 2-3%, much like elastane, to offer 25 to 35% elasticity. XLANCE says that the presence of its innovative stretch fibre removes the need to add polyester to reinforce denim fabrics. “We are pushing for the authentic cotton feel in jeans,” said Ms D’Innella.
XLANCE has been reaching out to brands and working with a select set of mills to develop its premium yarn. “XLANCE offers more than just elasticity, and because of its unique properties, brands will use it for a purpose,” noted Filippo Colnaghi, brand manager.
First developed by Dow Chemicals in the 1990s, XLANCE was for a time managed as a joint venture between Carvico Group and Aquafil. Since 2016, it is fully owned by Carvico and is produced in Italy.
Image courtesy of XLANCE
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