BASF (BASFY) and Inditex Unveil Recycled Nylon Loopamid

BASF SE (BASFY) and Inditex announced a significant breakthrough in advancing recyclability within the textile industry. The introduction of loopamid, a polyamide 6 (PA6 or nylon 6) entirely derived from textile waste, represents a groundbreaking circular solution for nylon apparel. Zara, under the Inditex umbrella, has already incorporated this material into a jacket, marking a global release. Embracing a ‘design for recycling’ approach, all components, from fabrics and buttons to filling and zippers, are ...