Toray Industries, Inc. has developed a polyester-nylon fiber with at least 93% recycled content by mass, based on the total weight of the raw yarn.

This breakthrough draws on technologies that the company cultivated through its &+™ (and plus) recycled fiber brand. Both the polyester and nylon components of the fiber incorporate recycled raw materials.

Cross-section of composite fiber before finishing.

ARTIROSA CX surface (left) and cross-section (right) after finishing, highlighting a finely textured surface that delivers a premium appearance and distinctive feel.

ARTIROSA CX fabric

As the fashion industry is showing increasing interest in materials containing recycled content, Toray develops ARTIROSA CX fabric, which incorporates the newly developed fiber.

The recycled-material content of each ARTIROSA CX fabric may vary depending on its composition. It combines Toray’s longstanding expertise in composite spinning with the weaving, knitting, dyeing, and finishing know-how of Japan’s textile-producing regions. It thereby delivers both exceptional aesthetic appeal and high functionality.

The fabric also provides dense, fine-textured surface and crisp, sophisticated feel, combining aesthetic appeal with practical performance for apparels.

Material selection, fabric design, and post-processing can be tailored to provide such functions as waterproofing, durable water repellency, and wind resistance.

ARTIROSA CX fabric is set to launch for fall/winter 2027.