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Ciaotex
Banana Fabric
A lightweight textile made from abaca fiber, developed for printing, display, and remaking.
Made for Events. Made to Return.
Created to reduce single-use textile waste in MICE, Ciaotex is a natural-fiber textile designed to return to the earth through 100% composting.
Where Ciaotex Begins
From Abaca Fiber to Woven Textile
A refined process transforms abaca fiber into Abacell paper yarn and a fine, structured Ciaotex textile.
Fiber Preparation
Abaca fibers are extracted, cleaned, dried, and sorted.
Paper Formation
The fibers are processed into paper sheets.
Abacell Paper Yarn
Paper sheets are cut into strips and twisted into yarn.
Weaving Ciaotex
Abacell paper yarn is woven into a fine, structured textile.
Reborn as a Display Textile
Printable
suitable for graphics and surface applictions.
Light Weight
Easy to transport, hang and install.
Compostable
Made from plant-based fiber for circular use.
From Display to Daily Life
Ciaotex supports printed displays and can be developed into lightweight accessories, bags, and reusable textile products.
Hanging Displays
Lightweight textiles for banners, partitions, and displays.
Event Textiles
Printable textile for flags, runners, signage, and events.
Bags & Carry Goods
Suitable for tote bags, pouches and other lightweight carry products.
Accessories
Lightweight textiles for scarves, ties, straps, and accessories.