The world's top opticians and Eastman launch acetate eyeglass frames, 60% bio-based ingredients
Cellulose acetate is also called cellulose acetate vinegar. It is made by acetylating cotton fiber or wood fiber, so it is also called acetyl cellulose for short, and it is recognized as the most important cellulose organic acid ester.
Cellulose acetate has the characteristics of flexibility, transparency, good gloss, high strength, good toughness, good melt fluidity, easy molding and processing, thermoplasticity, etc. It is widely used in membrane materials, cigarette filters, and textile fibers.
Kenmark Eyewear, a leader in the manufacture and distribution of original optical eyewear and sunglasses, today announced the launch of its ISCC-certified Spring Paradigm collection featuring Eastman Acetate Recycled and Eastman Tritan Renew. Kenmark is the first independent eyewear company to be ISCC PLUS certified in the US and announces the launch of its ISCC certified Paradigm line.
Paradigm is proud to use frames made from Eastman Acetate Renew, featuring 100% sustainable acetate sheet, composed of 40% recycled plastic and 60% bio-based components from renewable sources. Their sunglasses are also eco-friendly, made from Eastman Tritan Renew material, which contains 50% recycled plastic and 50% virgin tritan material.
