The name of the company, VEGEA, was derived from VEG, meaning from 'vegan', and GEA, meaning 'Mother Earth'. They aim to provide the next generation of alternative materials to totally oil-based and animal-derived ones. The company and its textile materials are cruelty free and solvent free - all made in Italy and complying to European regulations (REACH).
VEGEA textile is made from 100% organic cotton that is coated with bio compounds from post-wine-making waste called grape marc. Grape marc, which is composed of grape skins, stalks and seeds are normally discarded during wine production. The company collaborates with Italian wineries to receive these raw materials. The production involves no toxic solvents, heavy metals and/or any other dangerous substances for people and planet.
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