The Journey of CORDURA®
From a tough idea to the world's most trusted performance fabric brand — how a rayon yarn from 1929 became the material behind modern backpacks, motorcycle gear, and outdoor equipment.
Trademarks the name for a durable rayon yarn, designed for long-lasting performance.
Used in military tyre cords for its exceptional strength and wear resistance.
DuPont launches the high-tenacity nylon fabric built for tough performance.
Becomes the material of choice for backpacks, bags, and equipment.
Widespread adoption in military gear, tactical equipment, and workwear.
A global human and material sciences company acquires the brand from DuPont.
Trusted across industries and used in products that demand durability.
CORDURA® is part of INVISTA, which is a subsidiary of Koch Industries. The brand continues to set the performance-fabric standard worldwide.