Taiwan silver fiber weaves silver into yarn with an exclusive sputtering process — maximizing antibacterial power while keeping the original texture of cotton fabric fully intact.
Antibacterial and anti-static by nature. Silver fiber was first used where the stakes are highest: medical bandages, surgical gowns, military clothing. As textile technology matured, it moved into everyday fabrics.
Certified by the US NAMSA ISO 10993 biological antibacterial test. Combined with SunTex's decades of weaving experience, we help your brand turn "antibacterial" into a visible competitive edge.
Since the pandemic, people care again about what they wear. Taiwan silver fiber is widely used in face masks and bodywear, exported to Japan and Europe, standing as the frontline guardian of personal health. From bodywear to household cleaning fabrics — protection can start from the inside out.
Humanity has trusted silver for three millennia. The Phoenicians stored water and wine in silver bottles to prevent spoilage; in the early 20th century, people dropped silver coins into milk to keep it fresh; in World War I, before antibiotics existed, silver prevented wound infections. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, recorded it early on: silver is toxic to certain bacteria and viruses, yet almost harmless to the human body. Today, textile technology weaves that ancient wisdom into every strand of yarn.
Silver ions inhibit odor-producing bacteria and mold within 30 minutes. The warmer and more humid the environment, the stronger the effect — and it lasts through 300 washes.
Silver has the best thermal conductivity of any metal. It dissipates heat quickly in summer and insulates body heat in winter — one yarn, comfortable in both seasons.
Silver is also the most electrically conductive metal. Static from friction is dissipated instantly — no more prickly discomfort in close-fitting wear.
Sputtering plates silver directly into the fiber. In a vacuum chamber under precise motor control, silver molecules deposit evenly with no leakage or splashing. The entire process produces not a single drop of wastewater — low material use, low energy. A high-cleanliness production line delivering a healthy fiber that is both functional and eco-friendly.
No environment demands more from fabric than a hospital. Antibacterial grade, raw material sourcing, production environment — everything is regulated. Taiwan silver fiber passed the US NAMSA ISO 10993 biological test, reaching medical-grade antibacterial standards: it stops harmful bacteria from growing on fabric and lowers the risk of hospital-acquired infection.
Sportswear is no longer just about being light. Cooling, breathability, and antibacterial deodorization are what customers actually pay for. Taiwan silver fiber inhibits bacteria and odor within half an hour — sweat smell doesn't stay overnight. Its thermal conductivity helps regulate body temperature, so the body can focus on the workout.
A newborn's skin barrier is thin and temperature regulation immature — fabrics that touch it must be natural and non-irritating. Taiwan silver fiber is made in a high-cleanliness environment: non-toxic, pollution-free, with antibacterial function meeting medical standards. The first protective layer for baby skin, done the gentlest way possible.
Underwear is tight-fitting and poorly ventilated; long sitting and sweat breed bacteria. Taiwan silver fiber is experiment-proven: after 300 washes, the antibacterial function still works. Starting from the layer closest to your skin, it reduces the odds of infection and odor.
Locus is SunTex's house brand. From underwear and socks to bedding, a full range of silver fiber products gives the whole family complete protection.
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