Researchers found a bacterial enzyme that degrades polyester bioplastic and cleaves penicillin, hinting at faster microbial adaptation to plastic.

Experts break down which fibers can handle high traffic—and which feel most luxurious.

WASHINGTON, April 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Polyester Fiber Market is valued at USD 90.6 Billion in 2022 and is projected to reach a value of USD 150.3 Billion by 2030 at a CAGR (Compound ...

Polyester is one of the biggest sustainability challenges in the textile industry. It does not disintegrate, and while it's in nearly 60% of clothing, only 1% of textile waste is recycled into new ...

"You probably do not need to replace your entire closet for health reasons." ...

Polyester resins encompass a broad category of thermoset polymers characterized by ester functional groups in their structural backbone. These synthetic materials play a crucial role in various ...

Polyester is the refined sugar of our wardrobes: It’s cheap, has an iffy reputation and is in almost everything, from stretchy leggings to $4,000 jackets. An estimated 34 million tons of it went into ...

Gap Inc has signed an agreement with Syre, a textile-to-textile recycler founded by H&M Group, to use 10,000 tons per year of the company’s recycled polyester across its portfolio of brands. The ...

The 100% polyester yarn market has recently been characterized by a tug-of-war between cost support and sluggish demand; ...

Nafeesah Attah is a self-proclaimed "OG fast fashion shopper." Attah, a lawyer and social media influencer, would typically go after the best deal, not paying much attention to the quality. But her ...