Mr. Amar / Date: 18 Aug, 2025

How Recycled Cotton Yarn is Made Step Process

As sustainability becomes the cornerstone of modern manufacturing, recycled cotton yarn is reshaping how the textile industry operates. But have you ever wondered how recycled cotton yarn is made? From collecting textile waste to spinning it into fine yarn, the process is a perfect blend of innovation, precision, and responsibility. In this blog, we walk you through the step-by-step process of making recycled cotton yarn—a core specialty at RG Fibers, one of India's leading manufacturers.

1. Collection of Textile Waste

The process begins with the collection of cotton waste, which includes:

• Post-industrial waste (fabric scraps from garment factories)
• Post-consumer waste (used clothing, household textiles)

At RG Fibers, we carefully source raw cotton waste from reliable and ethical channels to ensure quality and sustainability right from the start.

2. Sorting & Grading

Once collected, the cotton waste is sorted by:

• Color
• Fabric type
• Quality

This helps eliminate the need for dyeing, saving water and chemicals. RG Fibers’ expert team ensures precise sorting, enhancing the consistency and final texture of the yarn.

3. Cleaning & Pre-Processing

The sorted waste is then cleaned to remove:

• Dust
• Debris
• Foreign materials

We use environment-friendly cleaning methods to maintain fabric integrity while preparing the cotton for mechanical processing.

4. Fiber Opening & Shredding

In this step, the cleaned cotton waste goes through mechanical shredding machines that break the fabric into individual cotton fibers. This process is known as fiber opening, where the textile is transformed into a fluffy, fibrous mass.

RG Fibers uses modern, low-impact shredding systems to ensure minimal fiber breakage.

5. Blending (Optional)

Depending on client requirements, blending may be done using:

• Recycled polyester
• Virgin cotton
• Other natural fibers

This allows customization for different applications like knits, denim, or home textiles.

6. Spinning into Yarn

The opened fibers are spun into yarn using open-end spinning or ring spinning, depending on the end-use. This process converts the fiber into usable recycled cotton yarn ready for weaving or knitting.

RG Fibers' state-of-the-art spinning units ensure uniformity, strength, and quality at every stage.

7. Packaging & Quality Testing

The finished yarn is tested for:

• Strength
• Color
• Fiber composition

Once passed through quality checks, it is packaged in eco-friendly materials and shipped to clients worldwide.

Why RG Fibers?

As a leader in recycled cotton yarn manufacturing, RG Fibers offers:

• Custom blends and colors
• GRS-certified yarns
• End-to-end sustainable practices
• Global shipping

Whether you're sourcing for fashion, home textiles, or industrial use, RG Fibers delivers quality with conscience.