Thailand's TAF launches new variant of Regel with 75% recycled content

Regel is a recycled acrylic fibre that offers a sustainable solution to the textile industry’s waste management challenges through an authentic and intimate chemical recycling process that delivers warmth, comfort and vibrant shades. The fibre has received GRS certification and is bluesign approved, ensuring that it meets stringent environmental and safety standards. A life cycle assessment (LCA) has revealed that garments made with Regel fibre have a significantly lower environmental impact than those made with virgin acrylic fibre.

“We have been committed to sustainability and constantly researching new ways to reduce textile waste and our environmental impact to a bare minimum. Regel is one of our sustainable and innovative products that demonstrate this commitment. Our efforts are further enhanced with the launch of Regel fibre with 75 per cent recycled content, which is a significant improvement from the previous version that had 50 per cent recycled content. This step unlocks the potential of Regel even further, showing our commitment to continuously improve our sustainable practices,” said Shesh Gupta, unit head, TAF.

“Using recycled materials is a key aspect of sustainability, and products made from recycled materials are becoming popular among consumers. Increasing the recycled content of Regel from 50 per cent to 75 per cent will help meet consumers’ demands and provide them with sustainable options. Additionally, higher recycled content in Regel will also allow manufacturers to create sustainable blends without compromising on quality or performance,” says Tuhin Kulshreshtha, head of marketing, TAF.

Regel with 75 per cent recycled content is available in staple fibre type, other types like tow and tops will be launched in due course of time.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RR)