| Title |
Circular textiles under scrutiny: performance trade-offs in mechanically recycled yarns from post consumer textile waste |
| Authors |
Anas, Muhammad Sohaib ; Mikucioniene, Daiva |
| Full Text |
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| Is Part of |
Fashion-textiles-wearables (FTW 2026), 13-15 April 2026, Manchester, UK.. Manchester : British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA). 2026, p. 24.. ISSN 3049-9054 |
| Keywords [eng] |
Post consumer textile ; Circular economy ; Sustainability ; Recycling ; Environmental concerns |
| Abstract [eng] |
The growing environmental concerns surrounding cotton production such as excessive water usage, pesticide application, and textile waste accumulation have intensified the need for sustainable textile recycling solutions. Cotton farming, known for its excessive water usage and pesticide application, significantly contributes to environmental degradation. The textile industry, which generates millions of tons of waste annually, exacerbates this issue, particularly with the disposal of post-consumer garments. This study investigates the feasibility of recycling post-consumer cotton denim waste into new yarns by examining the effects of recycled fibres percentage, twist level, and spinning methods (ring vs. rotor) on the yarn and fabric quality. Recycled cotton fibres, blended with chemically recycled polyester in 3 different ratios, and 12 samples were developed which then knitted into single jersey fabrics. Results indicate that increasing recycled content by more than 10% significantly degrades the yarn strength, elongation, and fabric durability due to the fibre shortening from prior use. This research raises important questions about the feasibility of large-scale post-consumer textile recycling in achieving sustainability goals while maintaining the quality of the final product. |
| Published |
Manchester : British Textile Machinery Association (BTMA) |
| Type |
Conference paper |
| Language |
English |
| Publication date |
2026 |
