AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoSustainability Push: Denovia Inc. says it can chemically recycle mixed, contaminated textile waste into terephthalic acid at 98.3% purity in about five minutes—aiming to speed up polyester-to-feedstock recovery. Recycling Reality Check: The wider backdrop stays grim: UNDP estimates only ~1% of discarded clothing becomes new fibers, while plastic waste costs billions in environmental damage and health impacts. Policy Pressure: In India, the Union Ministry of Textiles is reviewing proposals to suspend cotton import duty seasonally for five years, while also examining duties on some fabric imports to protect domestic garment makers. Supply Chain Risk: A new report flags cargo theft up 56% in 2025, adding pressure to already stressed sourcing routes. Industry Moves: Novonesis joined bluesign as a System Partner, signaling tighter chemical and resource standards across textile and leather value chains.
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