RECYLCLED MATERIAL

Recycled material

At Tabio, we have been creating luxury socks designed for your utmost comfort whilst keeping in mind our impact on the environment.
Made with innovative Japanese materials and production techniques without compromising comfort and design. 
We have a range of socks made with not only recycled materials but also ethically sourced and best materials in Nara, Japan.
That includes recycled PET bottles, recycled wool, recycled yarns and wahi socks.

How is PET recycled?

Chemical recycling processes is especially suited to polymers formed by condensation reactions such as PET. However, the plastic must be fairly free from other impurities.The recovery of polyester materials such as PET can be accomplished using a procedure called hydrolysis. It is the reverse of the reaction (polycondensation) used to form the polymer in the first place, as the addition of water or water vapour to the process causes decomposition.Most plastic bottles are made from PET resin plastic which is 100% recyclable. Unlike high density polyethylene which is rigid and stiff, PET bottles are clear and lighter.

Learn more about sustainable collection

Care

Depending on the kind of socks, most recycled materials can be machine washed in low to medium temperatures (30-40 degrees) but we recommend you follow the specific care instructions. 
We also recommend turning the socks inside out and using a laundry net for a long lasting quality.
Dark coloured products may fade slightly, so please wash them separately.
Avoid using chlorine bleach. Avoid using the dryer and instead dry it in the shade.

Tabio Socks made with recycled material

70 Hay
70 Hay
01 White
01 White
011141154 Finest Organic Cotton Fine Rib Crew Sock
12 Black
30 Grayish pink
80 Mist blue
70 Hay
70 Hay
01 White
01 White
011141154 Finest Organic Cotton Fine Rib Crew Sock
12 Black
30 Grayish pink
80 Mist blue

011141154 Finest Organic Cotton Fine Rib Crew Sock

£14.00
Hemp Yarn Toe Band
83 Grayish blue gold
73 Light green
01 White
12 Black
Hemp Yarn Toe Band
83 Grayish blue gold
73 Light green
01 White
12 Black

021190059 Hemp Yarn Toe Band

£11.00
Japanese washi socks
Japanese Washi Socks
02 White
12 Black
86 Dark blue
062131144 Washi Plain Crepe Short Socks L
Japanese washi socks
Japanese Washi Socks
02 White
12 Black
86 Dark blue
062131144 Washi Plain Crepe Short Socks L

062131144 Washi Plain Crepe Short Socks L

£16.00
Washi Plain Open Toe Socks
Washi Plain Open Toe Socks
61 Dull cream
01 White
17 Mocha grey
11 Grey
12 Black
Washi Plain Open Toe Socks
Washi Plain Open Toe Socks
61 Dull cream
01 White
17 Mocha grey
11 Grey
12 Black

021190088 Washi Plain Open Toe Band

£13.00