The proposed facility aims to ‘close the loop’ by recycling textile waste into nylon 6,6 polymers for use in new textiles. According to Samsara Eco and Nilit, the facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2026.
Nylon 6,6 is widely used in the performance apparel and fashion industry, with an annual production of approximately 4 million tons. The material is known to pose recycling challenges, especially when blended with other fibers such as spandex.
Paul Riley, CEO and founder of Samsara Eco, stated that the project aims to create a “circular pathway” for nylon 6,6, saying: “Our vision is to deliver climate restoration through infinite recycling. End-of-life clothing made with nylon 6,6, such as sportswear, and even products like car interiors, typically end up in landfills or are incinerated at the end of their life, which has serious consequences for our planet.”
The facility is expected to utilize Samsara Eco’s EosEco technology, which the company describes as a process that breaks down plastic waste into raw materials using enzymes. Nilit plans to contribute its expertise in polymerization, spinning and technology to create recycled nylon 6,6 yarn.
The companies say the technology can process a variety of raw materials, including colored and blended textiles such as nylon 6,6 with spandex.
Sarah Cook, Chief Commercial and Operations Officer of Samsara Eco, described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NILIT as “an important step in helping brands and the world advance the circularity of nylon 6,6 and reduce plastic waste.”
Nilit’s Managing Director Ilan Melamed said the partnership is part of their strategy to deliver nylon 6,6 products with lower environmental impact. “Together, Nilit and Samsara Eco have the potential to produce infinitely recycled nylon 6,6 that delivers outstanding fabric quality and performance while benefiting the planet,” Melamed added.
In July, Samsara Eco raises $65 million to support the development of an enzyme that eats plastic, with the aim of recycling materials that would otherwise end up in landfill.
“Samsara Eco, Nilit announce plans for nylon 6,6 recycling facility” was originally created and published by Just Stylea brand of GlobalData.
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