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KD New York presents itself as a knitwear brand that has evolved into a platform for material innovation. Its sustainability-related activity centres on Vegetable Cashmere®, a plant-based fiber made from soy protein isolate, described as a byproduct of the food industry. The brand says it has invested years in textile testing, third-party analysis and a comparative Life Cycle Assessment to support commercial adoption. KD New York also references sustainability in relation to manufacturing, technology investment and conscious innovation, and has appeared at sustainability-focused events. The available content suggests an emphasis on linking design, material development and environmental assessment.

KD New York Sustainability Actions

Developed Vegetable Cashmere®

Through KD Knit, we’ve developed Vegetable Cashmere®, a next-generation, plant-based fiber made from soy protein isolate - a byproduct of the food industry. It embodies the softness, resilience, and refinement that define modern luxury, with a foundation in science and sustainability.

Completed testing and LCA

Our team has invested years in textile testing, third-party analysis, and a full comparative Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to prepare this innovation for commercial adoption. Every attribute of Vegetable Cashmere® - from performance to environmental impact - is substantiated through data and real-world application.

Linked sustainability and innovation

KD New York now serves as the proof of concept for what’s possible when elegance meets conscience, demonstrating that sustainability can be engineered into the very fiber of design.

Invested in knitting technology

A $100,000 Leap of Faith: By investing in brand-new computerized knitting technology, the trajectory of the business was forever changed.


Sustainable Development Goals

KD New York is committed to advancing these Global Goals to promote prosperity for people & planet.

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