Woolmark, the global authority on wool, has partnered with COLOURizd™, the leader in dry textile coloring processes, to unveil the QuantumCOLOUR™ technology, a revolutionary, low-impact wool dyeing solution that dramatically cuts water usage and chemical reliance.
Transforming Wool Dyeing: Introducing QuantumCOLOUR™
The COLOURizd™ QuantumCOLOUR™ process offers a cutting-edge alternative to traditional wool dyeing methods. Requiring only 0.5 liters of water per kilogram of yarn, the system completely eliminates bleaching, pre-treatment, and wastewater discharge making it one of the most sustainable yarn coloring processes available today.
“After extensive testing on Merino wool and wool blends, we realized the team at COLOURizd™ is on to something truly revolutionary. This method enables us to create vibrant tonal depths while drastically reducing environmental impact.”
Julie Davies, Woolmark’s General Manager of Processing Innovation & Education Extension
Why QuantumCOLOUR™ is a Sustainable Game Changer
Traditional wool dyeing uses 60–120 liters of water per kg of yarn and depends on harmful chemicals like acids, caustic soda, bleach, and salts. In contrast, QuantumCOLOUR™ uses a bluesign®-certified pigment and binder system, ensuring no toxic waste or chemical runoff. The pigment is injected directly into the yarn fiber bundle, resulting in high-performance coloration with minimal environmental footprint.
This innovation aligns with the global push for eco-conscious textile production, especially as manufacturers face increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets.
Woolmark’s Endorsement Adds Global Credibility
The technology has been rigorously tested and validated by Woolmark on 100% Merino wool, as well as wool blends with cotton, TENCEL™, and nylon proving its flexibility across yarn counts from 30/2NM to 80/1NM. Third-party lab assessments confirmed excellent colorfastness, durability, and wear performance, ensuring that sustainability doesn’t come at the cost of quality.
Woolmark represents the gold standard in the wool industry. This partnership allows us to bring our high-performance, low-impact process to a new market enabling wool manufacturers to adopt more responsible production methods.
Jennifer Thompson, CEO of COLOURizd™
COLOURizd™ technology is already trusted by major global brands including Wrangler, Lee, Cone Denim, and GANT. With Woolmark’s endorsement, the platform is now poised to reshape the wool manufacturing landscape by combining innovation, performance, and sustainability in one cohesive solution.
Key Features of QuantumCOLOUR™ for Wool:
- Ultra-low water use: 0.5L per kg of yarn
- Chemical-free: No bleach, acids, or caustic soda
- Waste-free process: No wastewater infrastructure required
- Durable & colorfast: Validated for long-lasting wear
- Versatile application: Effective on wool, cotton, TENCEL™, and nylon blends
- bluesign® certified pigments: Environmentally safe and industry-compliant
