BASF launches world's first commercial loopamid plant in Shanghai

BASF has started up the world’s first commercial loopamid plant in Shanghai, with a 500-tonne yearly capacity. loopamid is a recycled polyamide 6 made entirely from textile waste, enabling textile-to-textile recycling—even in blends with elastane. Both the plant and product are GRS certified, supporting sustainability and the circular economy in the textile industry.

Apr 5, 2025 - 08:17
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BASF launches world's first commercial loopamid plant in Shanghai
BASF has started up the world’s first commercial loopamid plant in Shanghai, with a 500-tonne yearly capacity. loopamid is a recycled polyamide 6 made entirely from textile waste, enabling textile-to-textile recycling—even in blends with elastane. Both the plant and product are GRS certified, supporting sustainability and the circular economy in the textile industry.