Does recycled polyester sewing yarn have microplastics?

The Microplastics Issue Related to Sewing Yarn Made from Recycled Polyester

Here at SHENMARK Textile, we are committed to manufacturing environmentally-friendly sustainable yarns without compromising on quality. Microplastics in textiles is a topic of great concern today, and one that sparks the attention of many industry and non-industry spectators alike is whether our recycled polyester sewing yarns contribute to microplastic pollution. We seek to answer this question and explain the measures taken to diminish the environmental footprint throughout this article.

Understanding Recycled Polyester Yarn

 Recycled poly yarns that we make are manufactured from a chosen set of waste constituents including but not limited to waste silk, waste yarn, waste fibers, and waste plastic containers. These constituents are custom engineered by a number of state-of-the-art steps to ensure transformation into high-end sewing yarns. As with most yarns, the process of recycling polyester starts from waste. It gets dematerialized into smaller substances and is then spun into yarns of its own. While this helps lessen the problem of waste, it also saves consumption of resources and energy when compared to making polyester from scratch.

Microplastics Are Stealing Our Future

Microplastics are the small particles of plastic that are released into the environment from various sources, including the textile industry where microplastics are emitted during the manufacturing, use, and disposal of synthetic materials. Polyester yarns have been recognized as one of the significant sources of microplastics, and even while recycled polyester yarns are presumed to be less harmful, they are placed under scrutiny as well. It is essential to understand that not all recycled polyester yarns contribute to microplastic pollution in the same way.

Reducing Microplastics The SHENMARK WAY

 The goal of SHENMARK Textile is reducing the environmental burden of its products and for that, we persist in producing eco-friendly sewing threads made from recycled polyester. During the manufacturing stage, we implement strict quality control procedures to achieve maximum durability and stability of the yarns. This helps to reduce the release of microplastics during the service life of the yarn. We also strive to improve the quality of waste materials supplied by our suppliers and partners and source materials that are uncontaminated. Therefore, we make an effort to design pollution-free and efficient sewing recycled polyester yarns.

 Final Thoughts

While the concern over microplastics in sewing yarns made from recycled polyester is legitimate, not all recycled polyester yarns are created the same. We at SHENMARK Textile pride ourselves in being proactive over the lifecycle impact of our products. By choosing the proper raw materials, sophisticated manufacturing processes, and being innovative in product design, our goal is to make recycled polyester sewing yarns in the right quality and sustainability. We are convinced that in cooperation with our clients and other stakeholders, we shall be able to make a difference in the textile industry and enable a more sustainable world.

Understand how SHENMARK Textile tackles the issue of microplastics from recycled polyester sewing yarns. We guarantee a sustainable and efficient approach with concern to the environmental impact.