Grasim launches Scuba Knit fabric made with Livaeco fibres

Grasim Pulp, part of Aditya Birla Group’s Grasim Industries, has introduced a Scuba Knit fabric using Livaeco regenerated cellulosic fibres, extending its man-made cellulosic textile portfolio.

— Source publishedFri, 31 Jul, 2026, 16:10 IST·First seen Fri, 31 Jul, 2026, 16:24 IST·Source Apparel Resources India

What happened

Grasim Pulp, part of Aditya Birla Group’s Grasim Industries, has introduced a next-generation Scuba Knit fabric using Livaeco regenerated cellulosic fibres,

Why this matters

The new fabric creates partnership opportunities with knitwear mills, apparel brands and performance-fashion designers seeking to develop collections around regenerated cellulosic materials.

What to watch

  • Named apparel-brand or garment-manufacturer adoption announcements.
  • Commercial fabric collections and mill partnerships using Livaeco Scuba Knit.
  • Evidence of repeat orders after sampling rather than one-off trade-show showcases.
  • Pricing relative to conventional polyester scuba and viscose-blend knit alternatives.
  • Third-party validation of durability, recovery and sustainability claims.
  • Expansion of Livaeco capacity, certification coverage or traceability programs.
  • Conduct mill and brand sampling programs focused on athleisure, womenswear, occasionwear and travelwear.
  • Publish performance data on drape, recovery, pilling, breathability, dyeability and blend compatibility versus polyester-heavy scuba fabrics.
  • Pair the fabric launch with Livaeco traceability, forestry-origin and environmental-impact claims for brand sourcing teams.
  • Develop blended constructions with elastane, recycled polyester or other fibres to meet stretch and shape-retention requirements.
  • Target export-oriented garment manufacturers and retailers facing increasing pressure to reduce reliance on fossil-based synthetics.