Polyester remains dominant. Industry estimates suggest synthetic fibres account for the majority of global textile production, with polyester alone representing roughly two-thirds of all apparel fibres used worldwide. Yet the industry**;s dependence on polyester is increasingly being questioned not only because it is derived from fossil fuels, but also because of mounting evidence linking synthetic textiles to microplastic pollution across oceans, soils and even human biological systems.
The challenge facing textile manufacturers in **** is no longer simply replacing virgin polyester. It is finding materials that can simultaneously deliver performance, scalability, affordability and environmental credibility. As a result, investment and innovation are accelerating across a new generation of textile materials.
