The world's first
bio-based toe cap
The world's first bio-based safety toe cap — manufactured from PA56 nylon containing 41% bio-based content derived from non-food biomass. Lighter than fiberglass, and EN certified.
Ultra lightweight
Bio-Toe vs conventional toe caps
Compared across the criteria that matter for safety footwear manufacturers and the planet.
| Property | PA56 Bio-Toe Kessin | Carbon fiber toe | Glass fiber toe (Nano toe) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.40–1.45 g/cm³ | 1.7–2.0 g/cm³ | 2.5–2.8 g/cm³ |
| Flexural strength | 290 MPa | 1000 MPa | 400 MPa |
| Heat resistant | 270°C | 380°C | 300°C |
| Chemical resistant | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Manufacture | Automation mold | Handcraft + Pressing | Handcraft + Pressing |
| Cost | Cheap | Expensive | Cheap |
Bio-Toe with 41% bio-based carbon content · Lightest weight in class
3D CAD design service
With 3D modelling, we provide a clear visualization of your product before manufacturing — allowing for adjustments and refinements to ensure the best possible outcome.
We also provide customized designs fitted to your specific needs. Every toe cap is engineered from 2D or 3D CAD data, ensuring dimensional accuracy across production runs.
- Full 2D & 3D CAD capability
- Custom sizing to your specifications
- Pre-production visualization
- Compatible with all standard lasts
Our Bio-Toe is not a concept product — it is tested, certified, and available at industrial scale. Every performance and sustainability claim is backed by accredited third-party certification.
Why bio-based matters
Conventional toe caps are made from fiberglass and epoxy — difficult to recycle, non-biodegradable, and a serious environmental challenge.
- ✓ 41% bio-based carbon from non-food biomass
- ✓ No styrene or amine VOCs in processing
- ✓ Meets EU bio-content mandates from 2026
- ✗ 100% fossil carbon origin
- ✗ VOC emissions during manufacture
- ✗ At risk from EU epoxy hardener restrictions