Sanyou to scale Circ in China
China-based cellulose fibre manufacture Sanyou Chemical Fiber has signed a partnership with textile-to-textile recycler Circ to scale its recycled cellulosic (lyocell) fibres.
Sanyou has committed to purchase pulp for five years from Circ’s first commercial-scale facility, in France, which is expected to be operational in 2028.
Circ uses a hydrothermal technology to break down polycotton blends into cellulose powder and polyester monomers.
The collaboration between Sanyou and Circ will result in the production of 30% recycled content lyocell staple fibres.
Peter Majeranowski, CEO of Circ, said: “Core to Circ, from our technology and products to our partnerships and business strategies, is creating forward momentum towards a truly circular economy in the global fashion industry, and strategic partnerships such as with Sanyou are crucial for the realization of this goal.”
