New Material Partner
PURE Natural Rubber Latex by YULEX
It’s time to evolve beyond harmful neoprene and geoprene. You don't have to choose between performance and planet. Yulex products are made from PEFC and/or FSC-certified natural rubber, are deforestation-free, provide optimal performance on land or in the water, and are proven equal or better when compared to neoprene and geoprene in all applications.
Through Veshin Factory’s manufacturing operations in China, Italy, Colombia and Brazil we can now bring high end bags, wallets, accessories and footwear production in this incredible next generation material.
Responsible Farming
Our partner plantations are certified Deforestation-Free by internationally recognized forest certification programs, PEFC and FSC, minimizing environmental impact through responsible rubber tree forest (plantations) management. With our Equitable Ag natural rubber purchase program, we pay significantly higher premiums to the smallholders.
Our natural rubber (raw material) supply chains are PEFC and FSC-certified and both are working with the European Commission to help ensure compliance with the European Deforestation Regulation or EUDR. So, when you purchase Yulex Products, you will be able to know the geo-coordinates or origins of your rubber products and that it does not come from deforested regions.
Made by Veshin using YULEX
Materials Information
Neoprene, by nature of its high-energy production, is the most environmentally unfriendly material produced. Traditionally, all neoprene foams are limestone or petroleum based. Energy-intensive and non-renewable synthetic rubber is a significant contributor to climate change. Yulex has created the world’s first plant-based neoprene replacement, with a dramatically reduced carbon footprint to provide an environmentally-responsible alternative to traditionally produced neoprene.
The choice of textiles plays a crucial role in highlighting the physical properties of Yulex closed-cell foam. Different types of textiles have varying degrees of stretch, abrasion resistance, and handfeel, thus selecting the appropriate fabric can enhance the performance of the Yulex foam.
For applications requiring high mobility, such as watersports, high-stretch textiles are preferred as they allow for a full range of motion without restricting movement. On the other hand, low-stretch textiles are more suitable for accessory or low-movement applications, such as components in footwear or accessory items like bags and cases, as they provide stability and structure without unnecessary flexibility. By mindfully considering the foam’s properties and the product’s intended use, the right choice of textiles can optimize the performance of Yulex foam.
