NEFFA (New Fashion Factory) is a Dutch startup focused on creating nature-inspired textiles and technologies. The company has developed MYCOTEX®, a biobased material derived from mycelium (mushroom), offering a natural, leather-like feel without attempting to mimic leather directly. The material flexibility and thickness can also be tailored to specific products. Similar to dope dyeing, pigments are added directly into the biomass for efficient coloring. NEFFA’s innovative manufacturing process, which is fully automated, enables the creation of custom, seamless products rather than flat sheets, reducing cutting waste by 10-30%. By developing biodegradable and eco-friendly materials, NEFFA contributes to lowering the fashion industry's environmental footprint, which is known for its resource consumption and waste generation.
