Raw material supply
Materials
The textile industry is highly polluting. It depletes natural resources, contaminates soils and waterways, and increases greenhouse gas emissions. Montloup is committed to fighting against all of this.
At Montloup, we use certified organic or ecological fibers as much as possible . We are constantly looking for new solutions to avoid the use of synthetic fibers such as polyester or spandex, which are used, when necessary, at less than 20% of the total fabric composition.
We're not perfect, but we try our best to reduce our environmental impact by constantly finding new solutions to lessen our footprint. We're open to any suggestions!
Organic cotton
Organic cotton is grown in a controlled environment. No chemical pesticides are used in its cultivation, and it requires less water than conventional cotton farming. The fibers used are also longer, resulting in a soft and durable fabric. We prioritize sourcing our cotton from the United States, Peru, Turkey, and India.
Hemp
Hemp is a plant that grows abundantly and requires no pesticides to thrive. In addition to regenerating soils, it is very water-efficient. Combined with organic cotton, the resulting fabric is soft while retaining all the hypoallergenic and absorbent properties of hemp fiber. We source this fiber from China.
Bamboo viscose
Bamboo is a vigorous plant that grows in China and requires little water. Highly resistant, it has few pests and therefore requires no pesticides for cultivation. The fiber is primarily processed in China using the viscose method. It is thus a synthetic fiber whose production, if not rigorously controlled, can be harmful to the environment.
Wool
Wool is an animal fiber primarily used for its insulating properties. Used for millennia, wool fiber is very strong and resilient. For this fiber, we work with Lani's Lana , whose sheep are raised in California and whose wool is spun in Maine, USA. We ensure that the wool we use meets our ethical standards.
Dissemination of information
Traceability
By offering products made in Canada , Montloup ensures transparency throughout the entire production chain. This guarantees that production adheres to our standards of quality, environmental responsibility, and ethical practices at every stage.
Since February 2022, you will find all the information concerning the origin of the fibers , their places of manufacture (spinning mill) as well as the certifications under each product sheet.
certified eco-friendly yarn
For cotton, hemp or wool
knitted in Canada
In Quebec or Ontario
Canadian Dyes
In Quebec or Ontario
Since the company's inception, we have worked hard to improve our processes by focusing on the sustainability of materials, avoiding excess inventory, and ensuring that we minimize the overall environmental impact of our production chain.
We are excited to share our progress and discoveries through our blog section.
The future
Our goals for the coming years
