Announcing a three-way collaboration with Hyosung TNC, a complete sustainable textile solutions provider, and Pleatsmama, a sustainable fashion brand, to produce 100% recycled drawn textured yarn used in limited-edition handbags. The Yarn was manufactured using Loop’s virgin-quality polyester produced through the Infinite Loop™ textile-to-textile recycling technology, utilizing low-value mixed polyester textile waste as feedstock.
Loop’s T2T polyester fiber is recognized for its virgin-quality properties, seamlessly integrating into existing supply chains and manufacturing processes without compromising on quality or aesthetics. The polyester also delivers significant environmental benefits, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 80% and requiring up to 91% less non-renewable primary energy compared to virgin polyester production from fossil fuels1.
Polyester, the most widely used fiber globally, accounts for approximately half of the textile market, an estimated 71 million metric tons in 2023. This presents a significant challenge, as polyester fiber waste is not suitable for traditional mechanical recycling methods and often ends up in landfills or is incinerated. The Infinite Loop™ technology provides a solution by recycling even the lowest-value polyester waste, regardless of color or material composition, into 100% recycled virgin-quality Polyester . This closed-loop approach offers a sustainable alternative for the textile industry, addressing the growing issue of textile waste while maintaining exceptional quality and performance.
For more information about the collaboration, please see below links to Hyosung’s website:
Hyosung, Loop Industries And Pleatsmama Collaborate To Pioneer Circular Fashion With Infinite Loop™ Textile-to-Textile Recycling Technology