About Cork Naturally Noble
Cork, the bark of the cork oak tree, is an extraordinary product of nature and 100 per cent biodegradable, recyclable and renewable. It is extremely light, impermeable to liquids and gases, elastic, compressible and resilient. It offers excellent thermal and acoustic insulation, is a natural fire retardant and is extremely resistant to abrasion.
These qualities make it ideal for a variety of applications, from wine stoppers, due to its compression capacity, to construction and decoration materials.
Finding all these characteristics in a single material is truly exceptional. Amorim Cork is the world's largest cork producer, recognised for innovation and sustainability in the production of cork stoppers.
Cork, the bark of the cork oak tree, is an extraordinary product of nature and 100 per cent biodegradable, recyclable and renewable. It is extremely light, impermeable to liquids and gases, elastic, compressible and resilient. It offers excellent thermal and acoustic insulation, is a natural fire retardant and is extremely resistant to abrasion.
These qualities make it ideal for a variety of applications, from wine stoppers, due to its compression capacity, to construction and decoration materials.
Finding all these characteristics in a single material is truly exceptional. Amorim Cork is the world's largest cork producer, recognised for innovation and sustainability in the production of cork stoppers.
288 grams
Amount of CO2 sequestered by a natural cork stopper. It is estimated that cork oak forests retain 14 million tonnes of CO2 per year, making a significant contribution to environmental sustainability.
800 million
Number of cells in a single cork stopper. Thanks to its cellular structure, cork has a unique elastic memory. Cork is the only solid which, when compressed on one side, does not increase in volume on the other.
90%
Of cork's volume is gas. Cork is very light thanks to its honeycomb structure, with cells filled with a gas similar to air. The use of cork stoppers in wines helps to maintain their integrity.
Why Cork
Cork is the bark of the cork oak (Quercus suber L.), an ancient tree that grows in the Mediterranean Basin.
This renewable material is harvested every nine years without felling or damaging the tree, making it one of nature's greatest wonders.
Sustainability and Cork Oak Forests
Cork oak forests, known as Montados, are essential for environmental sustainability and a driving force for sustainable development.
A group of cork oaks contributes significantly to CO2 capture and the maintenance of the ecosystem. Cork is harvested sustainably, without harming the tree, which continues to grow and regenerate its bark.
Cork's Diverse Applications
Cork is a natural and versatile product with unlimited possibilities.
Used in the production of cork stoppers, thermal and acoustic insulation, and even in interior design, cork is a perfect example of a sustainable and innovative material.
Amorim Cork continues to explore new forms of utilisation and to lead the sector with environmentally responsible practices.
