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Sustainable Textile Materials

Eco-conscious textile materials engineered for performance, durability and sustainable manufacturing.

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Material Overview

Sustainable Fabrics For Technical Applications

Sustainable fabrics are developed to reduce environmental impact while maintaining practical performance for outdoor apparel, activewear, backpacks and technical sportswear. NexTex Lab supports recycled polyester, eco nylon, GRS-certified options and responsible material development.

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Fabric Macro Detail

Close material inspection helps buyers evaluate weave structure, surface handfeel and performance direction before sampling.

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Laboratory Testing

Testing support can include waterproof pressure, abrasion resistance, breathability and quality-control checks.

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Manufacturing Control

Production planning connects sample approval, fabric inspection, certification needs and export-ready delivery.

Key Features

Performance Requirements

Recycled PolyesterEco NylonGRS CertifiedSustainable Manufacturing

Applications

Where These Materials Perform

Sustainable ActivewearOutdoor ApparelEco-Friendly BackpacksTechnical Sportswear

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100D Recycled Polyester Four-Way Stretch Moisture Wicking Fabric for Activewear fabric image
100D Recycled Polyester Four-Way Stretch Moisture Wicking Fabric for Activewear

100D Recycled Polyester Four-Way Stretch Moisture Wicking Fabric for Activewear

100D Recycled Polyester Four-Way Stretch Moisture Wicking Fabric for Activewear is organized as a NexTex Lab B2B sourcing product for Activewear. The product record is standardized from available supplier reference imagery and product title attributes, with custom development support by yarn system, stretch level, finishing, certification requirement, color and order quantity.

RecycledFour-Way StretchMoisture Wicking
Composition Recycled polyester / spandex stretch blend direction
Yarn Count 100D direction
Density Project-based woven stretch density
Width Custom width / 57-60 in direction
Weight Project-based gsm option
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 100D Recycled Polyester Four-Way Stretch Moisture Wicking Fabric for Activewear
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard Project-based activewear and outdoor textile testing standard
Composition Recycled polyester / spandex stretch blend direction
SKU / Article No. NTX-ACT-010
Season All season
Weave Type Performance stretch textile structure
Dyeing & Finishing moisture-management finishing
Pattern Process Custom color / custom surface option
Yarn Count 100D direction
Density Project-based woven stretch density
Width Custom width / 57-60 in direction
Weight Project-based gsm option
Coating No membrane by default
Breathability Quick-dry breathable comfort direction
Usage Activewear
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications Project-based testing support, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support
100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric fabric image
100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit

100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric

100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric is a standardized recycled performance fabric product for Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Outdoor Activewear, Performance Lining.

Recycled ContentStretch Comfort
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 100gsm
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard Project-based testing standard
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
SKU / Article No. NTX-RCY-001
Season All season
Weave Type Knitted stretch structure
Dyeing & Finishing Piece dyed / custom color option + Low-impact recycled textile direction
Pattern Process Solid color / custom color option
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 100gsm
Breathability Breathable / moisture-management direction
Usage Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Outdoor Activewear, Performance Lining
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications Recycled content documentation support, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support
100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric fabric image
100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit

100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric

100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric is a standardized recycled performance fabric product for Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Performance Lining.

Recycled ContentStretch Comfort
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
Yarn Count 40D
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 100gsm
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 100gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard Project-based testing standard
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
SKU / Article No. NTX-RCY-002
Season All season
Weave Type Knitted stretch structure
Dyeing & Finishing Piece dyed / custom color option + Low-impact recycled textile direction
Pattern Process Solid color / custom color option
Yarn Count 40D
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 100gsm
Breathability Breathable / moisture-management direction
Usage Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Performance Lining
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications Recycled content documentation support, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support
120gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric fabric image
120gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit

120gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric

120gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric is a standardized recycled performance fabric product for Swimwear, Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Performance Lining.

Recycled ContentStretch ComfortGRS Option
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 120gsm
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 120gsm Recycled Polyester Stretch Knit Fabric
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard GRS / OEKO-TEX / REACH support
Composition Recycled polyester blend with spandex option
SKU / Article No. NTX-RCY-003
Season All season
Weave Type Knitted stretch structure
Dyeing & Finishing Piece dyed / custom color option + Low-impact recycled textile direction
Pattern Process Solid color / custom color option
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 120gsm
Breathability Breathable / moisture-management direction
Usage Swimwear, Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear, Performance Lining
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications GRS option, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support
150gsm Recycled Nylon Stretch Knit Fabric fabric image
150gsm Recycled Nylon Stretch Knit

150gsm Recycled Nylon Stretch Knit Fabric

150gsm Recycled Nylon Stretch Knit Fabric is a standardized recycled performance fabric product for Swimwear, Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear.

Recycled ContentStretch Comfort
Composition Recycled nylon blend with spandex option
Yarn Count 40D
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 150gsm
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 150gsm Recycled Nylon Stretch Knit Fabric
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard Project-based testing standard
Composition Recycled nylon blend with spandex option
SKU / Article No. NTX-RCY-004
Season All season
Weave Type Knitted stretch structure
Dyeing & Finishing Piece dyed / custom color option + Low-impact recycled textile direction
Pattern Process Solid color / custom color option
Yarn Count 40D
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 150gsm
Breathability Breathable / moisture-management direction
Usage Swimwear, Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications Recycled content documentation support, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support
160gsm Recycled Nylon Printed Knit Fabric fabric image
160gsm Recycled Nylon Printed Knit

160gsm Recycled Nylon Printed Knit Fabric

160gsm Recycled Nylon Printed Knit Fabric is a standardized recycled performance fabric product for Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear.

Recycled ContentStretch ComfortCustom Print Option
Composition Recycled nylon blend
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 160gsm
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Full Technical Fields
Product Name 160gsm Recycled Nylon Printed Knit Fabric
Brand NexTex Lab
Quality Standard Project-based testing standard
Composition Recycled nylon blend
SKU / Article No. NTX-RCY-005
Season All season
Weave Type Knitted stretch structure
Dyeing & Finishing Digital print / custom print option + Low-impact recycled textile direction
Pattern Process Printed / custom artwork option
Yarn Count Custom recycled yarn system
Density Custom by construction
Width 58/60 in direction
Weight 160gsm
Breathability Application-based
Usage Activewear, Yoga Wear, Sportswear
MOQ Project-based OEM MOQ / supplier reference by color and specification
Certifications Recycled content documentation support, OEKO-TEX support, REACH support

Technology

How Performance Is Engineered

Sustainable textile development combines recycled fiber sourcing, traceability documentation, responsible finishing and performance testing so eco-conscious fabrics still meet real product requirements.

Structure

Technical Fabric Layer System

1 Performance surface
2 Engineered yarn structure
3 Comfort or support backing

Technical Parameters

Example Specification Direction

Example construction Recycled Polyester Fabric
Weight direction 120-180gsm custom range
Fabric width 58/60 inch standard option
Waterproof target Application-based
Certifications GRS / OEKO-TEX / REACH support
GRSOEKO-TEXREACH

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What are sustainable technical fabrics?

Sustainable technical fabrics are performance textiles made with recycled fibers, responsible production systems and lower-impact manufacturing methods. NexTex Lab develops sustainable fabrics for outdoor apparel, activewear, backpacks and technical sportswear applications.

What is recycled polyester fabric made from?

Recycled polyester fabric is commonly produced from recycled plastic bottles, post-consumer waste and industrial recycled polyester materials. It can be engineered into durable performance textiles for recycled fabric programs.

Why are sustainable fabrics becoming more important?

Global brands and consumers increasingly value environmental responsibility, traceability and sustainable supply chain systems. Certifications such as GRS help verify recycled content and support more transparent textile sourcing.

Can sustainable fabrics maintain technical performance?

Modern sustainable fabrics can provide durability, lightweight construction, waterproof protection and abrasion resistance when yarn quality, fabric structure and finishing are properly engineered. They are increasingly used in outdoor and sportswear collections.

Which certifications support sustainable textiles?

Common certifications and compliance systems include GRS, OEKO-TEX and REACH-related chemical controls. For recycled materials, GRS certification is especially useful for verifying recycled content and supply chain transparency.

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