The newly expanded dual core patent estate now covers a variety of countries worldwide, including: Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom and the United States.
What Does This Mean for You?
Producing, shipping, and/or selling any yarns, fabrics, or garments that are covered under The LYCRA Company’s patents requires permission from The LYCRA Company, and the use of branded The LYCRA Company fibers.
For Yarn and Fabric Producers:
For further information on how you can compliantly produce and sell yarns and fabrics under The LYCRA Company’s patents, please consult the appropriate The LYCRA Company contact for your region:
| Region | Email Contact |
|---|---|
| Western Europe | Fabrizio Maggi |
| Eastern Europe & Middle East | Ebru Pirinccioglu |
| China, Hong Kong & Taiwan | Ivy Shen |
| South Asia | R. Thiruvengadam |
| North America | Rene Pineda |
| South America | Robson Ferreira |
For Brands and Retailers: A New Sourcing Tool!
Now brands and retailers can easily source fabrics that comply with The LYCRA Company’s patents. Please complete the form below to request a list of mills who are licensed by The LYCRA Company to produce dual core/multi-core fabrics.