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Material Separation from Polyester/Cotton Blended Fabrics Using Hydrothermal Treatment.

Mei Matsumura¹, Jun Inagaki², Ryo Yamada³

¹Tsuruga Films Technology Center, Toyobo Co., Ltd., 10-24 Toyo-cho, Tsuruga, Fukui 914-8550, Japan.

|March 25, 2024

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This study introduces a water-based hydrothermal treatment to separate cotton and polyester textile blends. This eco-friendly method effectively separates materials for improved textile recycling and a sustainable industry.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Sustainable Chemistry
Textile Engineering

Background:

Textile waste is a growing environmental concern, with low recycling rates due to material blends.
Current recycling methods struggle with mixed-fiber textiles, hindering sustainable practices.
A novel separation technology is crucial for advancing textile recycling.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop an environmentally friendly method for separating common textile blends, specifically cotton/polyester.
To optimize hydrothermal treatment conditions for efficient material separation.
To assess the quality of separated materials and understand the separation kinetics.

Main Methods:

Hydrothermal treatment using only water in a high-pressure reactor.
Optimization of temperature (220-230 °C) and time (10 min) for blended fabrics.
Evaluation of separated cotton strength and polyester molecular weight, including kinetic analysis.

Main Results:

Cotton was successfully separated from polyester blends while maintaining fabric integrity.
Polyester was separated via melting, avoiding decomposition into monomers, unlike chemical recycling.
Kinetic analysis indicated PET molecular weight reduction is more probable than cotton strength degradation.

Conclusions:

Hydrothermal treatment offers a viable, eco-friendly approach for separating cotton and polyester textiles.
The method facilitates material recovery, supporting a circular economy in the textile industry.
Further research can optimize conditions for broader application in textile waste management.