Recycled Polyester (rPET)
Recycled polyester (rPET) is an innovative material made by transforming discarded plastic bottles and textiles into high-performance fibers. At acgreen, each hat we produce recycles approximately 5–10 plastic bottles, reducing plastic pollution and contributing to a healthier planet.
Why Recycled Polyster
Recycled polyester offers exceptional durability, lightweight comfort, wrinkle resistance, and vibrant color expression—making it a versatile and sustainable choice for various hat designs. Here’s why it’s a better alternative to traditional polyester:
- Environmental Benefits: Traditional polyester, derived from petroleum, contributes significantly to ecological damage.
- The global garment industry produced 63 million tons of polyester in 2022, creating substantial environmental strain.
- Circular Economy Support: By using recycled polyester, we reduce dependence on finite petroleum resources and give new life to discarded materials.
- Lower Environmental Footprint:
- Compared to traditional polyester, recycled polyester:
Consumes 50% less energy during production. - Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 30–50%.
- Diverts plastic waste from landfills and oceans.
- Compared to traditional polyester, recycled polyester:
Since the 1990s, recycled polyester has emerged as a viable, cost-competitive alternative to traditional polyester, enabling the fashion industry to embrace sustainability without compromising performance or aesthetics.
Real Impact of Sustainable Choices
- 5–10 plastic bottles recycled per hat
- 50% energy savings compared to virgin polyester.
- 30–50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Discover Our Most Popular Sustainable Hats
With 14+ years of manufacturing expertise and partnerships with over 30,000 brands worldwide, we’ve crafted a collection of top-performing and eco-friendly hat styles that lead the market in quality and design.
Authoritative certification, rest assured to choose
Global Recycled Standard (GRS)：
Certification ensures the recycled polyester is sourced sustainably, supporting the use of eco-friendly materials.
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100：
Ensures the recycled polyester is free from harmful substances, safe for everyday use.
SGS Recycled Materials Certification：
SGS certification verifies the source and eco-compliance of the recycled materials.
SGS Social Compliance Audit：
SGS social compliance audit certification ensures suppliers adhere to social responsibility and labor regulations.
Amfori BSCI：
Certification proves the supply chain complies with global social responsibility standards, ensuring fair labor practices and ethical business conduct.