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Japan's YKK enters eco-friendly zipper manufacturing

18 Apr 2024 16:19 reported by Yolanda Wang

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YKK Corporation, one of the world's largest zipper manufacturers headquartered in Tokyo, plans to use alloy wires made from low-carbon aluminum to produce eco-friendly zippers. YKK has signed a cooperation with Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. and Sumitomo Electric Toyama Co., Ltd. regarding the use of low-carbon aluminum

The plan is in line with YKK's strategy of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The procurement was expected to start in the fiscal year of 2024.