This startup specializes in creating recyclable products from discarded nylon sourced from oceans and land, utilizing advanced recycling techniques to convert waste into raw materials. By enabling clients to replicate the performance of various polymer yarns, hardware, and adhesives, the company addresses the environmental impact of plastic waste and promotes a circular economy.
Funding
$6.6M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
The textile industry contributes significantly to landfill waste and ocean pollution due to the linear "take-make-dispose" model, with billions of pounds of textiles and fishing nets discarded annually. Traditional textile production relies on virgin materials and complex blends, hindering effective recycling and perpetuating environmental harm.
Solution
RTV (Return To Vendor) offers a circular solution by reclaiming discarded nylon from oceans and landfills and transforming it into high-performance, 100% recycled and recyclable mono-material products. Their reverse-engineered ecosystem designs products for end-of-life recycling, enabling a closed-loop system where materials are continuously regenerated without introducing new resources. RTV's integrated platform provides a comprehensive suite of product components, including fibers, fabrics, zippers, and trims, all designed for recyclability. Through patented technology and a take-back process, RTV facilitates an infinite loop of material regeneration, reducing reliance on virgin materials and minimizing environmental impact.
Target Audience
RTV's primary customers include apparel brands, manufacturers, and organizations seeking sustainable, circular solutions to reduce their environmental impact and meet growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products.
Features
- Reclamation of discarded nylon from oceans and landfills
- Patented technology for mono-material design, ensuring 100% recyclability
- Integrated product platform offering a complete toolbox of recyclable components
- Closed-loop system with a take-back process for material regeneration
- Fiber technology that blends performance without blending materials
- Capability to produce a variety of apparel from a single material, including yarns, fabrics, trims, threads and labels
- Consulting services to help organizations implement circular solutions