- In April 2025, Shanghai Changjie Textile launched a 100% fire-resistant Modacrylic fabric with a Limiting Oxygen Index above 32, significantly improving flame retardancy for industrial protective applications, addressing rising safety standards and increasing demand in high-risk sectors like construction and manufacturing.
- In March 2025, Kaneka Corporation introduced "Kanecaron," a self-extinguishing Modacrylic fiber designed for interior applications, combining aesthetic appeal with superior flame retardant properties, targeting furniture and automotive markets seeking enhanced safety and compliance with stringent fire safety regulations globally.
- In February 2025, Toray Industries acquired Nippon Gohsei’s Modacrylic fiber business, strengthening its market position and expanding its product portfolio. This strategic move aims to boost innovation, scale manufacturing capabilities, and meet growing global demand for flame-retardant and heat-resistant textile fibers..
- In January 2025, BASF unveiled a new Modacrylic fiber with enhanced flame retardancy and superior thermal insulation. The innovation supports protective apparel manufacturers in delivering safer, more comfortable products, aligning with rising industrial safety regulations and increasing protective clothing requirements worldwide.
