Teijin Carbon Unveils Tenax Next™: A Sustainable Revolution in Carbon Fibers
03. March 2025 | News
The Tenax Next™ brand is redefining what is possible in sustainable carbon fiber materials.
Tenax Next™ represents a remarkable leap forward in eco-conscious material science. Featuring circular feedstock with a significantly reduced carbon footprint, the carbon fiber materials under this new brand maintain the strength, durability and performance that Tenax™ carbon fiber products are known for.
Wuppertal, Germany — March 3, 2025 — Teijin Carbon, a producer of carbon fibers and carbon fiber-based materials, is launching a new brand for its next generation of carbon fiber products. The Tenax Next™ brand is redefining what is possible in sustainable carbon fiber materials.
Tenax Next™ represents a remarkable leap forward in eco-conscious material science. Featuring circular feedstock with a significantly reduced carbon footprint, the carbon fiber materials under this new brand maintain the strength, durability and performance that Tenax™ carbon fiber products are known for. This innovation aligns with Teijin Carbon's commitment to sustainability and addresses growing demand for environmentally responsible, high-performance materials.
"With Tenax Next™ we're driving the evolution of carbon fiber technology. We've developed a new generation of materials that meet the growing demand for sustainable solutions," said Jörg Friedrich, CTO of Teijin Carbon Europe. "And this is just the beginning. We are delivering top-tier performance while pushing forward circularity and advancing the optimization of production processes."
The development of Tenax Next™ has been met with enthusiasm from industry partners. Marc Fette, CEO of the Composite Technology Center of Airbus Company, stated, "Teijin’s development of Tenax Next™ HTS45 E23 24K carbon fiber filament yarn, offering a significant CO2 saving for future advanced materials, has reshaped our expectations. It’s amazing to see a material that not only delivers outstanding performance but also aligns perfectly with our sustainability ambition.”
Tenax Next™ materials are set to revolutionize industries ranging from aerospace and automotive to pressure vessels and high-quality industrial applications by offering eco-friendly alternatives without compromising on quality or performance.
Teijin Carbon will be launching two new Tenax Next™ carbon fiber products at JEC World 2025 in Paris, demonstrating how innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand. Tenax Next™ HTS45 E23 24K filament yarn offers a 35 percent reduction in CO₂ emissions compared to existing solutions, while maintaining excellent processability, high performance and the renowned quality standards of Tenax™. The other new product, Tenax Next™ R2S 513 6mm short carbon fiber, is made from repurposed materials. With a strong focus on circularity, Teijin Carbon aims to conserve valuable resources and promote the reuse of materials in a true end-of-life cycle.
For more information about Tenax Next™ and Teijin Carbon’s commitment to sustainable innovation, visit www.teijincarbon.com
About the Teijin Group
Teijin (TSE: 3401) is a technology-driven global group with two core businesses: high-performance materials and healthcare solutions. Established in 1918 as Japan’s first rayon manufacturer, Teijin today comprises some 170 companies employing 20,000 people in 20 countries. Teijin is committed to its Purpose, “Pioneering solutions together for a healthy planet.” Teijin works together with employees and external partners to achieve its Long-Term Vision, “To be a company that supports the society of the future.” Teijin posted consolidated sales of JPY 1,032.8 billion (USD 6.6 billion) and total assets of JPY 1,251.0 billion (USD 8.0 billion) in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024.
About Teijin Carbon
Teijin Carbon is a subsidiary of the Teijin Group, specialized in the production and development of carbon fibers and carbon fiber-based materials. Under the carbon fiber brand Tenax™ and Tenax Next™, Teijin Carbon offers high-performance solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, electronics, civil engineering and sporting goods.
Teijin’s carbon fibers enable the creation of lightweight yet incredibly strong components – about a quarter of the weight of steel while offering ten times the strength. They also excel in fatigue resistance, corrosion resistance, and chemical stability, making them ideal for a wide range of applications.
With production facilities in Japan, the United States, Germany, Vietnam and sales offices all around the world.
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