Fibers that often score better in pants
These usually rank higher when they are most of the fabric, not a linen or wool highlight in a synthetic blend.
- LinenA plant bast fiber and the usual summer trouser fabric. It does not shed plastic fibers; check whether the pair is all linen or a linen-viscose mix.
- Organic CottonThe most common higher-scoring fiber in chinos, joggers, and sweatpants in the catalog, when the fleece is not a cotton-poly blend.
- CottonConventional cotton is still a plant fiber with no microplastic polymer in MaterialsDB. Organic cotton is the usual upgrade when both are offered.
- HempA plant bast fiber used in some work pants and heavier trousers. Durable, and it is not a microplastic source.
- WoolAn animal fiber used in tailored trousers. It does not shed plastic microfibers, but many suit trousers blend it with polyester, so read the percentage.