Samsara Eco and lululemon Unveil World's First Enzymatically Recycled Nylon 6,6 Product

Australian enviro-tech startup Samsara Eco and athletic apparel brand lululemon have introduced the world's first enzymatically recycled nylon 6,6 product.

Samsara Eco and lululemon Unveil World's First Enzymatically Recycled Nylon 6,6 Product

  1. Australian enviro-tech startup Samsara Eco and athletic apparel brand lululemon have introduced the world's first enzymatically recycled nylon 6,6 product.

  2. The collaboration has produced samples of lululemon's Swiftly Tech long-sleeve top made from recycled nylon 6,6, marking a significant advancement in textile recycling.

  3. Nylon 6,6, a commonly used plastic in the textile industry, has been challenging to recycle until now. This development represents a move towards a circular ecosystem in fashion.

  4. Samsara Eco's technology enables the extraction of nylon 6,6 from end-of-life textiles, potentially allowing for the infinite recycling of clothes.

  5. The recycling process developed by Samsara Eco is efficient, completed within hours at a low temperature, and aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions compared to virgin nylon 6,6 production.

  6. Over 90% of the nylon used in the Swiftly top samples is produced using Samsara’s enzymatic recycling process, maintaining the quality and feel expected from lululemon products.

  7. This breakthrough could pave the way for recycling across various industries, expanding the use of plastic-eating enzymes for sustainable manufacturing.

  8. The partnership between Samsara Eco and lululemon aligns with lululemon's goal to use preferred materials and end-of-use solutions for all products by 2030.

  9. The collaboration highlights the potential of cross-industry partnerships to drive sustainable innovation and circularity in apparel and beyond.