UNIFI®, Makers of REPREVE®, Launches Globally Available Circular Polyester Products Made From Textile Waste: White Filament Yarn and ThermaLoop™ Insulation
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) has launched two new circular polyester products made from textile waste: white filament yarn and ThermaLoop™ insulation. These products, powered by UNIFI's proprietary Textile Takeback™ process, expand the REPREVE® portfolio, making it the largest offering of regenerated performance polyester globally. The new products are made from 100% recycled polyester feedstock, with at least 50% textile waste, and achieve virgin-quality standards.
The white, dyeable filament yarn is designed for critical applications across industries, while ThermaLoop™ insulation offers performance in down-like fiber, fiberball, and padding forms. Both products are available globally and can be integrated into existing supply chains. This launch supports UNIFI's goal to recycle 1.5 billion T-shirts' worth of textile waste by fiscal year 2030.
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) ha lanciato due nuovi prodotti in poliestere circolare realizzati con scarti tessili: filato bianco e isolamento ThermaLoop™. Questi prodotti, supportati dal processo proprietario di UNIFI Textile Takeback™, ampliano il portafoglio REPREVE®, rendendolo l'offerta più ampia di poliestere rigenerato per prestazioni a livello globale. I nuovi prodotti sono realizzati con materie prime in poliestere 100% riciclato, di cui almeno il 50% proveniente da rifiuti tessili, e raggiungono standard di qualità da vergine.
Il filato bianco, tingeribile, è progettato per applicazioni critiche in vari settori, mentre l'isolamento ThermaLoop™ offre prestazioni simili a quelle delle fibre da piuma, fibre a pallini e materiali di imbottitura. Entrambi i prodotti sono disponibili a livello globale e possono essere integrati nelle catene di fornitura esistenti. Questo lancio supporta l'obiettivo di UNIFI di riciclare l'equivalente di 1,5 miliardi di magliette in rifiuti tessili entro l'anno fiscale 2030.
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) ha lanzado dos nuevos productos de poliéster circular hechos de desechos textiles: hilo blanco y aislamiento ThermaLoop™. Estos productos, impulsados por el proceso propietario de UNIFI Textile Takeback™, amplían la cartera de REPREVE®, convirtiéndola en la oferta más grande de poliéster de rendimiento regenerado a nivel mundial. Los nuevos productos están hechos de materia prima de poliéster 100% reciclado, con al menos un 50% de desechos textiles, y alcanzan estándares de calidad de virgen.
El hilo blanco, que se puede teñir, está diseñado para aplicaciones críticas en diversas industrias, mientras que el aislamiento ThermaLoop™ ofrece rendimiento en formas similares a las fibras de plumas, fibras en bolas y acolchados. Ambos productos están disponibles a nivel global y pueden integrarse en las cadenas de suministro existentes. Este lanzamiento apoya el objetivo de UNIFI de reciclar el equivalente a 1.5 mil millones de camisetas en desechos textiles para el año fiscal 2030.
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI)는 섬유 폐기물로부터 만들어진 두 가지 새로운 원형 폴리에스터 제품인 흰색 필라멘트 실과 ThermaLoop™ 단열재를 출시했습니다. 이 제품들은 UNIFI의 독점적인 Textile Takeback™ 프로세스의 지원을 받아 REPREVE® 포트폴리오를 확장하여 전 세계에서 가장 큰 재생 폴리에스터 성능 제품군을 만들고 있습니다. 새로운 제품은 100% 재활용 폴리에스터 원료로 만들어지며, 최소 50%는 섬유 폐기물로 이루어져 있고, 원자재 품질 기준을 달성합니다.
흰색으로 염색 가능한 필라멘트 실은 여러 산업에서의 중요한 응용을 위해 설계되었으며, ThermaLoop™ 단열재는 다운과 유사한 섬유, 섬유 볼, 패딩 형태에서 성능을 제공합니다. 두 제품은 전 세계적으로 이용 가능하며 기존 공급망에 통합될 수 있습니다. 이 출시는 UNIFI의 목표인 2030 회계연도까지 섬유 폐기물의 <1.5억 티셔츠>를 재활용한다는 목표를 지원합니다.
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) a lancé deux nouveaux produits en polyester circulaire fabriqués à partir de déchets textiles : fil blanc et isolant ThermaLoop™. Ces produits, activés par le processus propriétaire de UNIFI Textile Takeback™, élargissent le portefeuille REPREVE®, le rendant l’offre la plus vaste de polyester régénéré performant à l’échelle mondiale. Les nouveaux produits sont fabriqués à partir de matières premières en polyester 100% recyclé, dont au moins 50% de déchets textiles, et atteignent des normes de qualité vierge.
Le fil blanc, teintable, est conçu pour des applications critiques à travers divers secteurs, tandis que l’isolant ThermaLoop™ offre des performances sous forme de fibres similaires à celles de l’oie, de boules de fibres et d’insertions. Les deux produits sont disponibles à l’échelle mondiale et peuvent être intégrés dans les chaînes d’approvisionnement existantes. Ce lancement soutient l’objectif d’UNIFI de recycler l’équivalent de 1,5 milliard de t-shirts en déchets textiles d’ici l’exercice fiscal 2030.
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) hat zwei neue kreisförmige Polyesterprodukte aus Textilabfällen auf den Markt gebracht: weiße Filamentgarne und ThermaLoop™-Isolierung. Diese Produkte, die durch UNIFIs proprietären Textile Takeback™-Prozess unterstützt werden, erweitern das REPREVE®-Portfolio und machen es zum größten Angebot von regeneriertem Leistungs-Polyester weltweit. Die neuen Produkte bestehen aus 100% recyceltem Polyester-Rohmaterial, wobei mindestens 50% Textilabfälle stammen und die Qualitätsstandards von Neuware erreichen.
Das weiße färbbare Filamentgarn ist für kritische Anwendungen in verschiedenen Branchen konzipiert, während die ThermaLoop™-Isolierung in fasergleichen, faserkugel- und polsterartigen Formen eine hohe Leistungsfähigkeit bietet. Beide Produkte sind weltweit erhältlich und können in bestehende Lieferketten integriert werden. Dieser Launch unterstützt UNIFIs Ziel, bis zum Geschäftsjahr 2030 1,5 Milliarden T-Shirts an Textilabfällen zu recyceln.
- Launch of two new circular polyester products expands REPREVE® portfolio
- Products made from 100% recycled polyester feedstock, with at least 50% textile waste
- New products achieve virgin-quality standards
- Global availability and seamless integration into existing supply chains
- Supports UNIFI's goal to recycle 1.5 billion T-shirts' worth of textile waste by FY2030
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UNIFI's launch of circular polyester products marks a significant milestone in sustainable textile production. The introduction of white-dyeable filament yarn and ThermaLoop™ insulation addresses a important gap in the market for high-quality, versatile recycled materials. This innovation could accelerate the adoption of circular practices in the textile industry, potentially disrupting traditional supply chains.
The Textile Takeback™ process, utilizing both post-industrial and post-consumer waste, demonstrates a comprehensive approach to textile recycling. By achieving virgin-quality standards with at least
The global availability and scalability of these products are particularly noteworthy, as they address a key challenge in sustainable textile adoption. By offering seamless integration into existing supply chains, UNIFI reduces barriers to entry for brands looking to increase their use of recycled materials, potentially accelerating the industry's shift towards more sustainable practices.
UNIFI's new circular polyester products represent a significant step towards reducing the environmental footprint of the textile industry. By recycling textile waste into high-quality materials, this innovation addresses two critical environmental issues: waste reduction and resource conservation. The potential to eliminate the need for virgin materials in polyester production could lead to substantial reductions in carbon emissions and energy consumption associated with raw material extraction and processing.
The company's goal to recycle 1.5 billion T-shirts' worth of textile waste by fiscal year 2030 is ambitious and, if achieved, could have a measurable impact on textile waste reduction. However, it's important to note that the effectiveness of this initiative will depend on widespread adoption by brands and consumers, as well as the development of efficient collection and sorting systems for textile waste.
The inclusion of UNIFI's FiberPrint® tracer technology in these products is a important feature for ensuring transparency and traceability in the recycled textile supply chain. This could help combat greenwashing and build consumer trust in recycled products, potentially driving greater demand for sustainable textiles.
Powered by Textile Takeback™, the benchmark in sustainable textile production
Global debut at Intertextile Apparel Fabrics Shanghai tradeshow August 27th to 29th
Textile Takeback (Photo: Business Wire)
“Polyester is the most widely utilized fiber on the planet, and it’s time for transformative change,” said Eddie Ingle, Chief Executive Officer of UNIFI, Inc. “Textile brands can now create solutions with the entire product life cycle in mind and work towards achieving their 2030 environmentally preferred materials targets. Our goal is to provide the best-in-class sustainable products that eliminate the need for virgin materials and reduce carbon emissions.”
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With widespread versatility across industries, applications, and colorways, the new circular REPREVE filament yarn is a white, dyeable, high-performance polyester that is designed for the most critical applications. The circular REPREVE polyester line, which also includes black filament yarn and black and white staple fiber, contains the inherent FiberPrint® tracer technology, meaning that all products can gain U-Trust® certification.
ThermaLoop™ insulation, available in down-like fiber, fiberball, and padding, offers performance, recovery, and thermal efficiency. The padding is engineered with REPREVE low melt fiber, a pioneering innovation that enables the production of
The two new products are both available globally now, and can be integrated seamlessly into existing supply chains, without disruption. This commercial scalability tackles a key challenge for polyester-reliant industries, particularly fashion brands, which have long sought to create circular apparel to meet sustainability goals. These products underpin UNIFI’s goal to recycle 1.5 billion T-shirts’ worth of textile waste by fiscal year 2030.
About circular REPREVE filament yarn, powered by the Textile Takeback process
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White, virgin-quality filament yarn made with
100% * recycled materials and contains at least50% textile waste. - This filament yarn can be dyed using standard dye processes.
- Yarn can be enhanced with UNIFI performance technologies, including anti-odor, moisture, and stretch.
- It is the only polyester fiber that is traceable with FiberPrint® technology and certified by U-Trust®, as well as being Oeko-Tex®, GRS, and SCS certified for recycled content.
About ThermaLoop, powered by the Textile Takeback process
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ThermaLoop padding, down-like fiber, and fiberball are made with
100% * recycled polyester feedstock materials, including at least50% textile waste (exclusive of REPREVE low melt polymer). -
ThermaLoop padding is engineered with REPREVE low melt fiber, a breakthrough technology, enabling synthetic padding to be made from
100% * recycled materials. - Engineered to be fast-drying, lightweight, and machine washable, this insulation delivers performance, recovery, and thermal efficiency, on the foundation of REPREVE sustainability.
- Testing performed, with IDFL, for CLO (a measurement for thermal insulation), recovery, and fill power demonstrates parity with standard insulation of the same specification.
- ThermaLoop is the only insulation product that is traceable with FiberPrint technology and certified by U-Trust, as well as being Oeko-Tex®, GRS, and SCS certified for recycled content.
To learn more, please visit UNIFI at hall 4.1–E72 at Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, being held August 27th – 29th at the National Exhibition and Convention Center. For more information on UNIFI’s Textile Takeback program, please visit www.textiletakeback.com and www.repreve.com.
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About UNIFI®
UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) is a global leader in fiber science and sustainable synthetic textiles. Using proprietary recycling technology, UNIFI® is a pioneer in scaling the transformation of post-industrial and post-consumer waste into sustainable products. Through REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of traceable, recycled fiber and resin, UNIFI is changing the way industries think about the materials they use – and reuse. A vertically-integrated manufacturer, the company has direct operations in
About REPREVE®
Made by UNIFI, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), REPREVE® is the global leader in recycled performance fibers and resins. Using proprietary recycling technology, REPREVE leverages multiple waste sources, including single-use plastic bottles, ocean-bound plastic, textile waste, and recycled yarn. REPREVE has transformed more than 40 billion plastic bottles into recycled fiber, powering globally scalable products for world-leading brands. Made traceable with FiberPrint® technology and certified by U-Trust®, REPREVE spans sports apparel, fashion, home, automotive, construction, transport, military, medical, and packaged goods. For more information about REPREVE, visit www.repreve.com.
REPREVE®, ThermaLoop™, and Textile Takeback™ are trademarks of UNIFI, Inc. in the US and other regions.
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