In a revolutionary step toward sustainable innovation in the textile industry, Australian company Celys has unveiled the world’s first compostable polyester fibre — a material that achieves 95.4% decomposition in just 179 days under industrial composting conditions.
While traditional polyester can take hundreds of years to break down, this cutting-edge fibre developed by Celys offers a climate-conscious alternative that doesn’t compromise performance or durability during use — yet safely and efficiently decomposes after its life cycle ends.
Key Features of the Compostable Polyester:
- Designed for complete breakdown in industrial compost facilities
- Achieves 95.4% decomposition within less than 6 months
- Suitable for apparel, home textiles, and disposable industrial products
- Can be integrated into existing manufacturing systems without major process changes
This innovation directly addresses the global challenge of textile and plastic waste and opens a new path for circular economy practices and carbon footprint reduction in the fashion and textile industries. According to Celys, the compostable polyester fibre is engineered to behave like traditional polyester in production and use but returns to nature safely — supporting sustainability without sacrificing quality.
A greener future starts with smarter fibres.
