The global Textile Recycling Market reached USD 5.40 Billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 6.71 Billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 2.39% during 2025-2033. Market growth is driven by rising environmental concerns, advancements in chemical and automated sorting technologies, and strong regulatory support for sustainability across major economies.
Study Assumption Years
Base Year: 2024
Historical Year/Period: 2019-2024
Forecast Year/Period: 2025-2033
Textile Recycling Market Key Takeaways
- Current Market Size: USD 5.40 Billion in 2024
- CAGR: 2.39% from 2025 to 2033
- Forecast Period: 2025-2033
- Market growth is supported by environmental sustainability initiatives and government regulations.
- Chemical recycling and advanced sorting technologies are key innovation areas.
- Europe leads the global market due to strict EU waste regulations and high consumer awareness.
- Technological challenges related to blended fabrics and post-consumer waste present opportunities for innovation.
- Retail & departmental stores represent the largest distribution channel segment.
- Apparel accounts for the largest end-use segment.
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Market Growth Factors
The market is strongly driven by growing environmental awareness and increasing demand for responsible textile waste management. Governments across regions are implementing sustainability-focused policies and circular economy frameworks to reduce landfill waste and promote recycling practices. These initiatives support industry growth and stimulate investment in textile recycling infrastructure.
Advancements in technology are reshaping the textile recycling landscape. Chemical recycling processes now enable the transformation of complex textile waste into high-quality raw materials, while advanced sorting technologies improve accuracy by identifying fiber types and colors. These innovations help overcome challenges associated with mixed or blended fabrics and increase the economic viability of recycling operations.
Corporate commitments toward sustainability further strengthen market momentum. Leading fashion and textile brands are adopting recycled fibers to reduce carbon footprints and align with consumer demand for eco-friendly products. Industry initiatives such as the world’s first 100% pulp-from-recycled-textile Lyocell T-shirt by LIST Technology AG demonstrate growing innovation and expanding commercial applications for recycled materials.
Market Segmentation
Product Type:
- Cotton Recycling: Dominates the market due to its prevalence in apparel and compatibility with mechanical recycling methods, offering reduced ecological impact compared to virgin cotton.
- Wool Recycling
- Polyester & Polyester Fiber Recycling
- Nylon & Nylon Fiber Recycling
- Others
Textile Waste:
- Pre-consumer Textile: Largest segment, driven by manufacturing scraps that are easier and more cost-effective to recycle.
- Post-consumer Textile
Distribution Channel:
- Online Channel
- Retail & Departmental Store: Holds the largest market share due to wide accessibility and integration of sustainable practices.
End-Use:
- Apparel: Largest end-use segment supported by sustainable fashion trends and increasing waste reduction efforts.
- Industrial
- Home Furnishings
- Non-woven
- Others
Region:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Others
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Others
Regional Insights
North America leads the global textile recycling market due to strong environmental policies, rising sustainability awareness among consumers, and significant investments in recycling technologies. The United States and Canada actively support textile recycling through advanced infrastructure, regulatory enforcement, and collaboration between government bodies and industry stakeholders, positioning the region at the forefront of innovation.
Recent Developments & News
- June 2023: Boer Group Recycling Solution introduced a mobile NIR spectroscopy device to improve material identification and enhance sorting efficiency.
- May 2023: Infinited Fiber Company partnered with SOEX for textile waste feedstock supply to its flagship factory, highlighting growing collaboration within the recycling ecosystem.
Key Players
- Birla Cellulose (Aditya Birla Group)
- BLS Ecotech Ltd. (BLS Group)
- Boer Group
- Lenzing AG
- Martex Fiber (Leigh Fibers)
- Pistoni S.r.l.
- Remondis SE & Co. KG
- Respun (Kay Gee Enterprises)
- Unifi Inc.
- Usha Yarns Ltd.
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