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Transforms unwanted textiles into products of higher quality or value without breaking down fibers. It applies to a variety of textiles.

A process where textiles are shredded into fibers without altering the structure of the original material. Commonly used for cotton and wool.

Converts textiles into products of lower quality, often due to reduced fiber integrity. It can be used for mixed fibers that are difficult to separate.

Involves breaking down chemical bonds to extract raw materials, often for polyester and nylon textiles.

A system where post-consumer textiles are recycled to create new garments of similar or higher quality, often seen with specific brands' take-back programs.

Recycling products after consumer use. Works with a wide range of textiles but depends on the cleanliness and condition of the donations.

Recycling of industrial scraps and leftover textiles from manufacturing. This process is common in the production phase for any textile type.

Textile fibers are recycled back into new textile fibers. Often used with single composition materials like 100% cotton.

Combines mechanical and chemical processes to recycle textiles. Wet involves the use of solvents; dry uses none. Often applied to complex garments.