Why Use Ingeo™ Fiber In Mattress Pads?
What is Ingeo™ fiber?
Ingeo™ is the first man-made fiber derived from corn. Ingeo is created using natural resources and new technology to create soft fibers. Ingeo can be found in bedding,clothing, baby products, food products, cosmetics and packaging.
What are the benefits of using Ingeo™ fiber?
Comfort
Ingeo makes an excellent filling for a crib pad not only because of its natural roots but also because of its soft and luxurious feel. Ingeo fibers have a high quality much like down, but there are no feathers, so there are no worries about allergies!
Durability
Ingeo is also very durable and easy to care for, making it an excellent option for use in a crib mattress pad. It is machine washable and dryable and will not lose its loft.
Absorbency
The fiber offers improved moisture and liquid wicking when compared to other fibers. Liquids are transferred away from baby’s body and absorbed into the cotton layers of the pad.
Sustainability
Corn is the United States’ most valuable and widely available crop. It is also the country’s most exported crop. Corn is a 100% annually renewable resource.
Each year farmers continue to plant corn to meet increasing demand, not only for human consumption or livestock feed, but also for new technologies like ethanol and sustainable plastics. By using naturally derived fuels from corn to produce fibers, we can use less synthetic fibers, which are petroleum-based.