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Firms demonstrate recycling route for stretch clothing

Original: Elastane gives clothing its stretch, but it is virtually impossible to recycle. Triumph, RadiciGroup and The LYCRA Compa

Elastane gives clothing its stretch, but is virtually impossible to recycle. Triumph, RadiciGroup and The LYCRA Company have demonstrated a possible route: selective dissolution that separates nylon and elastane from surplus fabric, dissolving the chosen components so the materials can be recovered. The process could address a long-standing barrier to recycling blended stretch garments.

Why now: Interest in textile recycling solutions for elastane-blended clothing

TriumphRadiciGroupThe LYCRA Company

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• Elastane gives clothing its stretch, but it is virtually impossible to recycle. Triumph, RadiciGroup and The LYCRA Company have demonstrated a possible route: selective dissolution to separate nylon and elastane from surplus fabric. The principle is to dissolve a selected… · MoveTheNeedle@masto.nu · 2

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