EcoThriv®
Environmentally Preferred Performance Fabrics
Made in the USA. Low Minimum Orders.
TEXTILES. HONORABLY SOURCED. RESPONSIBLE. INNOVATIVE. VIABLE.
The EcoThriv® line of fabrics was purposefully designed for responsible yet resilient performance apparel and active wear. It was developed to keep our environmental footprint small while still performing at a high level. These fabrics are perfect for end uses including, but not limited to fleece and quarter-zip jackets, leggings, pants, shorts, dresses, rompers, base layers, and t-shirts.
All fabrics (excluding Birch) are Made in the USA/Berry Compliant
FOB for these fabrics is OH or CA
Environmentally Preferred Fibers & Finishes
MADE IN THE USA/BERRY COMPLIANT
Responsible fibers & finishes that help to reduce the impact fabric production has on our planet.
Highlights
- Made in the USA
- Low Minimum Orders (sold by the roll)
- Environmentally preferred fibers and finishes
- Recycled polyester including REPREVE®
- TENCEL™
- Spandex alternative X4zol™-J
- HeiQ finishes
- CiCLO® additive
- Sorbtek®
JOSHUA
This solution-dyed double-knit interlock is made of 84% Recycled Polyester and 16% X4zol™-J with HeiQ Smart Temp and Fresh finishes. X4zol™-J is a Lubrizol TPU fiber that provides a balanced stretch for both comfort and shaping, and is environmentally friendly and recyclable. HeiQ finishes follow strict best practices that limit wastewater and energy.
END USES: Yoga Bottoms, Athletic Wear, Rompers
Joshua
84% Recycled Polyester/16% X4zol™-J
Width: 50/52”
Weight: 8.3 oz. per sq./yd.
Finishes: HeiQ Smart Temp/Fresh
Colors: Black
MOQ: 1 roll (60 yds.)
*Custom colors and finishes available in 3000 yd. dye lots
TEST UNIT OF MEASURE | TEST METHOD | TEST RESULTS |
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Construction | ASTM D3775 | 88 CPI X 48 WPI (+/-2) |
Wash Shrinkage | AATCC 135 | 3.0% Length X 7.5% width - max |
Color Fastness | AATCC 61 2A | 4.5 rating minimum to polyester |
Crocking | AATCC 8 | Dry: 5.0 rating – minimum Wet: 5.0 rating – minimum |
Stretch | ASTM D2594 | 140% length X 145% width - min |
Snag | ASTM D3939 | 4.5 minimum |
Pilling | ASTM D3512 | 4.0 minimum |
*Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.
BUCKEYE
This interlock fabric is made of 100% REPREVE® with Sorbtek® fibers delivering an environmentally preferred fabric with inherent breathability and moisture wicking. Use it as an entire garment for easy future recyclability.
END USES: Quarterzip Jackets, Mid-Layer Tops, Knit Shorts
Buckeye
100% REPREVE® with Sorbtek® | Interlock
Width: 63”
Weight: 5.1 oz. per sq./yd.
Colors: Gray, Black, Navy
MOQ: 1 roll
*Custom colors and finishes available in 1200 yd. dye lots
TEST UNIT OF MEASURE | TEST METHOD | TEST RESULTS |
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Pilling | ASTM D-3512 | 4 |
Snagging | BS 8479 | 3.5 |
Dimensional Stability | AATCC 61 2A | Warp: 2.8% Weft: 1.7% |
Wicking | AATCC 197 | 10 cm |
* Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.
JUNIPER
This jersey fabric is made using environmentally preferred fibers: 50% Recycled Polyester with CiCLO®, 25% Cotton, and 25% TENCEL™ fiber. Juniper is a fabric that has lower GHG emissions than virgin fabrics and has the performance to keep you cool and comfortable through a wide range of activities.
Note: Ribbed version available for collars and cuffs.
END USES: T-Shirts, Baselayers, Gussets
Juniper
50% Recycled Polyester with CiCLO®/25% Cotton/25% TENCEL™
Width: 66"
Weight: 5 oz. per sq./yd.
MOQ: 1 roll
*Custom colors and finishes available in 1900 yd. dye lots
TEST UNIT OF MEASURE | TEST RESULTS |
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Construction | Jersey |
Wash Shrinkage | 5.0% or less Length X 5.0% or less Width |
* Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.
BIRCH
This is a mechanical stretch woven fabric made of 100% Recycled Polyester. This fabric has mechanical stretch in the weft to avoid the addition of spandex. Spandex is petroleum based, requires lots of energy to produce, and is not biodegradable. Use it as an entire garment for easy future recyclability.
Note: imported yarn was used in this fabric.
END USES: Shorts, Pants, Athleisure Dresses, Woven Tops, Gussets
Birch
100% Recycled Polyester | Mechanical Stretch Woven
Width: 57/58”
Weight: 4.2 oz. per sq./yd.
Finishes: HeiQ Smart Temp
Colors: Black
MOQ: 1 roll
TEST UNIT OF MEASURE | TEST METHOD | TEST RESULTS |
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Dimensional Stability to Washing | AATCC 135 | Warp: 0% Weft: -0.93% |
Tear Strength | ASTM D1424 | Warp: 3563g Weft: 9760g |
Seam Slippage | ASTM D434 | Warp: 174N Weft: 173N |
Water Drop Test | AATCC 79 | BW: 1 sec 3x: 48 sec |
Vertical Wicking 5 min. | AATCC 197 | Warp: 9.5 Weft: 10.2 |
* Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.
WILLOW
This grid fleece fabric is made of 100% REPREVE® and finished with HeiQ Smart Temp. HeiQ finishes follow strict best practices that limit wastewater and energy. This fabric provides the warmth and performance of a typical grid fleece with enhanced environmental attributes.
END USES: Outerwear, Softshells, Fleece Jackets
Willow
100% REPREVE® | Grid Fleece
Width: 67”
Weight: 8.6 oz. per sq./yd.
Finishes: HeiQ Smart Temp
Colors: Black
MOQ: 1 roll
*Custom colors and finishes available in 800 yd. dye lots
* Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.
ASPEN
This warp knit fabric is made of 100% REPREVE® Polyester (53% 70D Microfiber and 47% 50D Microfiber) and finished with HeiQ Fresh FFL anti-odor. REPREVE® is a fiber made from recycled plastic bottles. This fabric is made with microfiber yarns that feel more like natural fibers and less “clammy” in warm weather than regular synthetic yarns.
END USES: Pants, Shorts, Quarterzip Jackets
Aspen
100% REPREVE® Warp Knit
Width: 57/59”
Weight: 6.5 oz. per sq./yd.
Finishes: HeiQ Fresh FFL
Colors: Black
MOQ: 1 roll
*Custom colors and finishes available in 1200 yd. dye lots
TEST UNIT OF MEASURE | TEST METHOD | TEST RESULTS |
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Pilling | ASTM D-3512 | 4.5 |
Dimensional Stability to Washing | AATCC 135 | Warp: 1.5% Weft: 1.0% |
Colorfastness to Crocking | AATCC 8 | Dry 4.0 / Wet 3.5 min |
* Printed colors will not always represent actual shade of fabric. Please request sample for true shade reference.