Fabric
Recycled Nylon
Reclaimed fishing nets and industrial waste
Impact score
58/ 100
Moderate
A blended indicator of water, carbon, chemical load, durability and recyclability.
Measured impact per kg of fibre
Water footprint70 L / kg
Carbon footprint7.2 kg CO₂e / kg
Process energy78 MJ / kg
Microfibre sheddingHigh shedding
BiodegradableNo
Durability10 years typical wear
Recyclability55 / 100
Data confidence
mediumMedium confidence — published ranges vary by region and process
Sources: Aquafil LCA 2022 · Higg MSI 2023
Figures are cradle-to-gate averages per kilogram of fibre or fabric, not measurements of your specific garment. A typical adult shirt weighs roughly 0.2 kg.
Qualitative ratings
Water useLow
Carbon footprintModerate
Chemical loadLow
DurabilityVery high
RecyclabilityModerate
What is it
Nylon regenerated from post-industrial waste and ocean-recovered nets.
Why it matters
Diverts durable plastic waste and cuts production emissions substantially.
Water Carbon Chemicals End of life
What you can do
Best used in swimwear and technical layers you plan to keep for years.