Textile recycling technology company Circ® has entered into a partnership agreement with Xinxiang Chemical Fiber Co., Ltd., one of the world’s largest viscose filament manufacturers, to integrate recycled pulp into commercial viscose fiber production, marking a step toward scaling textile-to-textile recycling in the global apparel industry.
Under the agreement, Xinxiang Bailu Chemical Fiber Co., a subsidiary of Xinxiang Chemical Fiber, will procure Circ®’s recycled pulp for use in viscose filament manufacturing. The collaboration aims to incorporate recycled inputs into existing fiber production systems widely used across global textile supply chains.
The partnership was announced during Yarn Expo Shanghai, where executives from both companies met to formally launch the collaboration. Industry representatives said the agreement represents an important milestone in bringing recycled textile materials closer to the large-scale manufacturing infrastructure already relied upon by the global fashion industry.
Circ® said the collaboration will allow its recycled pulp to be used in commercial-grade viscose filament production, enabling fashion brands and textile mills to access fibers containing recycled content while maintaining compatibility with existing manufacturing processes.
Peter Majeranowski, Chief Executive Officer of Circ®, said the agreement supports the company’s strategy to expand its presence in Asia and strengthen partnerships with major fiber manufacturers.
“This agreement marks an important step in expanding our network of manufacturing partners who share our vision for circularity,” Majeranowski said. “By integrating our technology with leading fiber manufacturers, we are accelerating the development of a circular textile economy and building the infrastructure required to scale it globally.”
Xinxiang Bailu Chemical Fiber Co. will also serve as a commercial partner for Circ® in China, producing viscose filament made with recycled pulp for use by international fashion brands and textile mills seeking more sustainable material options.
Chairman Shao Changjin of Bailu Group said the partnership reflects growing efforts within the textile industry to develop solutions for textile waste and reduce environmental impact.
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“Xinxiang Chemical Fiber and Circ® are joining forces to provide innovative solutions for textile recycling and jointly promote green, low-carbon and circular development in the textile and apparel industry,” Shao said.
Xinxiang Chemical Fiber Co., Ltd., founded in 1960, is a major producer of textile raw materials in China. Operating under the Bailu brand, the company has developed one of the largest viscose filament production capacities globally. Its products are exported to more than 40 countries and regions, including Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Turkey and India.
Xinxiang Chemical Fiber’s manufacturing operations are supported by several sustainability and quality certifications, including ISO9001 for quality management, ISO14001 for environmental management, and ISO45001 for occupational health and safety.
The company also holds certifications such as FSC, RCS, and OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Product Class I for baby and infant products, as well as OEKO-TEX STeP Level 3 certification for sustainable production. In addition, Xinxiang Chemical Fiber has completed the CanopyStyle audit and received the Full Deep Green Shirt designation, reflecting compliance with responsible forest sourcing standards.
The partnership is expected to strengthen the development of circular textile supply chains in China, which remains the world’s largest textile manufacturing hub. By validating Circ®’s recycled pulp in large-scale viscose filament production, the collaboration advances efforts to establish closed-loop textile recycling systems capable of operating at industrial scale.
Such systems aim to reduce reliance on virgin raw materials while lowering the carbon footprint associated with fiber manufacturing. They also provide global fashion brands with additional options to incorporate recycled materials into their products as part of broader sustainability commitments.
Circ®, headquartered in Danville, Virginia, has developed patented textile-to-textile recycling technology designed to recover both polyester and cellulose from polycotton blended fabrics. Polycotton blends are among the most widely used materials in apparel manufacturing but have historically been difficult to recycle due to the complexity of separating the two fibers.
Circ®’s technology separates and recovers both materials, enabling them to be reused in new textile production. The company produces recycled materials marketed as Circ® Lyocell and Circ® Polyester, which can serve as alternatives to virgin fibers in apparel manufacturing.
The company is currently developing its first industrial-scale recycling facility in France as part of efforts to expand global production capacity and support the scaling of circular textile systems.
Industry analysts say collaborations between recycling technology companies and established fiber manufacturers will play a critical role in enabling the fashion industry to transition toward more circular production models. Integrating recycled inputs into existing manufacturing infrastructure is widely viewed as a key step in expanding the use of sustainable materials across global apparel supply chains.
