Century Enka Limited has introduced NUENYL, India’s first chemically recycled nylon yarn, at the Fibers & Yarns Exhibition 2026 in Mumbai. The launch marks a significant milestone in the country’s textile innovation journey, reinforcing the company’s focus on sustainability, circularity, and advanced manufacturing.
A Breakthrough in Sustainable Textile Innovation
The unveiling of NUENYL represents a strategic advancement in redefining sustainable materials within the textile sector. Developed using advanced chemical recycling technology, the yarn offers performance levels comparable to virgin nylon while significantly reducing environmental impact.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Suresh Sodani, Managing Director & CEO, Century Enka Limited, stated:
“NUENYL is not just a product innovation, it is a strategic shift towards the future of textiles. As global demand accelerates for sustainable alternatives, we are proud to introduce India’s first chemically recycled nylon yarn that aligns with evolving environmental standards while delivering uncompromised performance and quality. This launch reinforces our vision to lead the transition towards a circular textile economy.”
Addressing Industry Demand for Scalable Sustainability
The product received strong interest from brands, industry stakeholders, and value chain partners, reflecting rising demand for credible and scalable recycled materials.
Mr. Sanjay Mehrotra, Joint President, Head – Sales & Marketing, Textiles, added:
“With NUENYL, we are addressing a critical gap in the market. Today, brands are actively seeking recycled solutions that are credible, scalable, and deliver consistent quality and high performance. NUENYL delivers on all these expectations, seamlessly combining sustainability with reliability, making it a future-ready choice for both domestic and global customers.
Produced using advanced chemical recycling technology, NUENYL offers quality that is very close to virgin material, without compromising on performance. This makes it ideally suited for high-end functional wear and athleisure applications, where durability, consistency, and comfort are essential.
This launch marks just the beginning of a larger transformation journey for us as we continue to innovate and drive meaningful change in sustainable textiles”.
A Step Towards Circular Fashion
NUENYL is designed to support the industry’s shift towards circularity and reduced environmental impact. Key benefits include:
- Reduced dependence on virgin raw materials
- Lower environmental footprint
- Alignment with global sustainability standards and compliance frameworks
- High-performance suitability across diverse textile applications
This positions Century Enka as a key player in advancing circular textile solutions in India.
Industry Impact and Future Outlook
With increasing regulatory pressure and growing consumer awareness around sustainability, NUENYL is expected to play a critical role in enabling brands to meet ESG goals and sustainability commitments.
The successful showcase at Fibers & Yarns Exhibition 2026 highlights the industry’s readiness to adopt next-generation materials that balance performance, scalability, and environmental responsibility.
