The European man-made fibres (MMF) industry has been active on circularity for many years. It is a frontrunner in MMF in this respect worldwide but also inside the European textile value chain. In order to reach a full circular economy in fibres and textiles we need:

• Efficient waste collection and handling systems
• Technology for separating and recycling fibres
• Shared responsibility
• Tackling imports
• Consider biodegradable fibres
• Smooth interface with “REACH”
• Efficient waste collection and handling system
• Technology for separating and recycling fibres
• Mutual collaboration
• Public and private funding for R&D

Additional information on MMF and Circular Economy can be found in our latest leaflet.