Socks from Corn?

Ingeo(TM) is a corn-based fiber that is poised to go head-to-head against polyester. Discovered by NatureWorks, the fiber's natural antimicrobial and moisture-wicking properties make it ideal for socks. At the same time, the fiber's biodegradability makes it a hot item with environmentalists, especially since fewer greenhouse gases are produced during its manufacture when compared to petroleum-based fibers.

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