Manufacturer

Toyobo (Zylon — historical)

Osaka

Zylon (historical)

Zylon (PBO fiber) was used in body armor in the early 2000s until the Second Chance recall crisis (2005) exposed rapid UV and moisture degradation under field conditions. Zylon is no longer used in ballistic armor in the US market. Toyobo continues to supply the fiber for non-ballistic applications. Historical reference only.

NIJ CPL-listed products (0)

No CPL-listed products on record. The NIJ Compliant Products List is re-scanned daily — this may populate after the next run.