New composite fibre will support Artirosa CX premium apparel fabrics, with commercial launch planned for Autumn/Winter 2027.
Japan’s Toray Industries has developed a new polyester-nylon composite fibre containing at least 93% recycled material by weight. The development marks progress in producing high-performance textile yarns from recycled polymers.
Toray will use the new fibre as the basis for its Artirosa CX fabric collection. The collection targets premium outerwear, urban outdoor clothing and casual apparel. The company plans its commercial introduction for Autumn/Winter 2027.
New Fibre Combines Recycled Polyester and Nylon
Both polyester and nylon components of the new fibre use recycled raw materials. The development builds on technologies from Toray’s &+ recycled fibre programme.
However, combining different recycled polymers presents several manufacturing challenges. Manufacturers must process the materials together while maintaining consistent yarn quality and performance.
Toray has addressed these challenges through advances in polymer design and composite spinning technology.
The company also clarifies that the 93% recycled content applies to the raw yarn. It does not represent the recycled content of the finished fabric or garment. That figure will vary depending on fabric construction and the use of other materials.
Artirosa CX Targets Premium Apparel Applications
The new Artirosa CX collection combines composite yarn technology with Japan’s textile manufacturing expertise. It brings together fabric design, weaving, knitting, dyeing and finishing capabilities from established Japanese textile regions.
The resulting fabrics feature a dense, finely textured surface and a crisp handle. In addition, specialised finishing processes can provide several functional properties, including:
- Waterproofing
- Durable water repellency
- Wind resistance
Toray also says manufacturers can achieve water repellency without intentionally using per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the water-repellent finishing agents.
Focus on Sustainable Textile Performance
Toray is positioning Artirosa CX for applications that require both technical performance and refined fabric aesthetics. The collection focuses particularly on premium outerwear, where appearance, drape and texture play important roles.
Meanwhile, the company continues to explore further applications for its composite fibre technology. Future developments will include natural fibre combinations, alternative nylon blends and additional finishing techniques.
Toray Targets 200,000 Metres in First-Year Sales
Toray is currently evaluating the technology’s suitability for mass production. At the same time, it continues research into increasing recycled content in composite fibres.
The company has set a first-year sales target of 200,000 metres for Artirosa CX.
With this development, Toray aims to expand the use of recycled materials in premium apparel fabrics while maintaining the performance and appearance required by the market.
Source: Toray Industries