Cirql™ Unveils Innovative Biodegradable Foam for Sustainable Footwear Design

Cirql™ Launches Cirql Zero™: A New Era for Sustainable Footwear

In an exciting move towards sustainability within the footwear industry, Cirql™, a pioneering innovation firm based in Vietnam, has officially introduced Cirql Zero™. This new midsole foam innovation is both industrially compostable and biodegradable, aimed at addressing the mounting environmental challenges faced by footwear brands.

Debuting at ISPO Munich, Cirql Zero™ will be available to footwear manufacturers starting January 2025, marking a significant advancement in eco-friendly materials for the shoe production sector. With Cirql Zero™, Cirql™ positions itself at the forefront of addressing the lifecycle impacts of footwear materials, ensuring a transition towards a more sustainable future.

Comprehensive Sustainability Solutions

Cirql™ has developed a holistic approach to footwear production that not only prioritizes sustainability during manufacturing but also considers the end-of-life of shoe materials. Their two pivotal end-of-life solutions include rTPU30, which incorporates 30% post-consumer recycled content, and Cirql Zero, which is entirely biodegradable. This innovative strategy reflects a growing urgency among brands to confront the challenges of footwear disposal and landfill contributions.

Bridging Performance with Eco-friendliness

The midsole has traditionally posed a significant challenge for brands committed to producing biodegradable options. Matt Thwaites, Vice President and General Manager of Cirql™, emphasizes that “footwear brands have been searching for a trusted, fully biodegradable midsole material for many years; it's the last piece of the puzzle.” After a rigorous development and testing process, Cirql™ has engineered a competitive, scalable solution that meets both performance and compostability standards, opening new avenues for brands to pursue their sustainability goals without sacrificing quality.