Ambercycle emphasised that the benefits and high-performance standards of cycora material underscore its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and mission to build true circularity in fashion. Credit: Getty Images

According to CETI’s independent assessment, cycora material can be used as a circular alternative that does not compromise on product integrity, setting “a new standard for recycled materials”.

Cycora was first introduced by Ambercycle in 2021 as a material that uses end-of-life textiles as feedstock for new high-performance polyester.

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Ambercycle claims that, unlike conventional recycled materials, which face limitations in quality and application, cycora polyester maintains consistent quality without compromising on performance. This enables the creation of long-lasting products, reducing waste and extending the environmental benefits this breakthrough material.

Manisha Mariva, recycling and circular economy manager of CETI, said: “Our comprehensive testing showed that cycora material performed as well as a virgin alternative in a battery of processes and stands out from other recycled textiles for its performance and versatility. Cycora material is a noteworthy contributor to the industry and is establishing a new standard for recycled materials.”

Ambercycle’s CEO Shay Sethi believes that sustainability should not come at the cost of quality. He added: “The recognition from CETI reaffirms our mission to redefine industry norms and prove that excellence and environmental responsibility can coexist seamlessly.”

Ambercycle says the high-performance standards of cycora underscore its commitment to innovation, sustainability and its mission to build “true circularity in fashion”.

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In October 2023, Spanish fashion conglomerate Inditex entered into a three-year partnership with Ambercycle, to purchase cycora for more than €70m ($73m).

This substantial purchase commitment was a key step towards the establishment of Ambercycle’s first commercial-scale textile regeneration facility.

In November 2023, Drive Catalyst, the venture capital arm of the Far Eastern Group, invested $5m in Ambercycle, to scale textile-to-textile regeneration in the apparel industry.