100% of the raw materials used in Q-CYCLE® production have been replaced, following the mass balance principle, with pyrolysis oil derived from recycled end-of-life tires. The result is a high-performance product that seamlessly meets the demands of the fashion-tech market, ensuring quality, durability, and a lower ecological footprint. Additionally, its sustainability and consumer safety credentials are certified by leading international standards such as RCS by TEXTILE EXCHANGE, ISCC PLUS, LCA, and Oeko-TEX STD CLASS I STD 100 Appendix 6.

NYGUARD, known for its innovation in zipper technology, has used Q-CYCLE® to develop the first zippers entirely made from recycled high-pollution materials.

“The greatest challenge for the entire textile supply chain is achieving circularity. It starts with the use of waste materials and extends to designing products that facilitate garment and accessory recycling at the end of their life cycle. This process falls under eco-design, which requires rethinking the very concept of a product. The combination of multiple materials is one of the main challenges, as it makes disassembly complex and often economically unfeasible. Our collaboration with NYGUARD is a significant step toward a more sustainable future for the entire textile industry,” explains Daniela Antunes, Marketing Manager at Fulgar.

Fulgar and NYGUARD’s joint presence at Performance Days (booth H17) offers brands and industry professionals the opportunity to discover innovative solutions that combine high performance with responsible practices.