About SECAO®
Our Story
From Waste to Wonder
You may have tasted chocolate, but have you seen cocoa shells? While the chocolate industry thrives, it generates massive amounts of leftover shells, creating a disposal crisis.
Scale
Southern Taiwan produces over 2,000 metric tons of cocoa shells annually—equivalent to the weight of 2,000 African buffalos.
Waste
Only 20% of the cocoa fruit (pulp and seeds) is processed. The remaining 80% is shell waste.
Problem
Traditional disposal methods like incineration cause air pollution, while piles of cacao husks trap water, breeding mosquitoes and increasing Dengue fever risks.
Technological Breakthrough
Initially, we attempted "Carbonization," but due to carbon emission concerns, our R&D team leveraged the high water content of the shells to develop a patented "Fermentation & Hydrolysis Technology". This process extracts the essence into masterbatches, successfully creating the eco-friendly SECAO® cocoa yarn.
Production Process
What if agricultural waste could become something new?
Through our virtual presenter, discover the innovation and sustainability behind SECAO®. In this 3-minute video, we take you through the story of how cacao pod husks, an agricultural waste material, can be transformed through innovative technology into valuable sustainable yarn. From agricultural waste to sustainable yarn. From a local resource to a new material possibility. Watch the video to discover the story behind SECAO®.
Core Values
ECO-FRIENDLY
Reducing pollution on Earth is our mission.
FUTURITY
Using innovative technology to lower energy consumption.
DIVERSITY
Offering diverse fabric applications and fashion possibilities.
SUSTAINABLE
Realizing a circular economy from 1 to 0.