Textile solid waste material matrix.

This study explores the practical application of material circularity in Bangladesh’s textile and apparel industry, focusing on pre-consumer textile solid waste management. While much of the existing literature discusses circular economy (CE) models theoretically, this research presents an actual case where a material circularity is implemented. Through a detailed examination of market clusters dealing with the resale, reuse, recycling, and the waste material matrix, the study uncovers the complexities of sorting, processing, and repurposing textile solid waste. Despite challenges like inconsistent sorting practices, informal market operations, and limited recycling infrastructure, the findings highlight significant scopes for material circularity. The study emphasizes the need for standardized regulations and targeted interventions to scale up circular practices. By showcasing real-world examples of material circularity, this research contributes to the development of a systematic, policy-driven approach to sustainable waste management in the textile industry, moving beyond theoretical discussions to practical, actionable insights.

本研究聚焦孟加拉国纺织服装产业，探讨物料循环性（material circularity）的实际应用路径，重点关注消费前纺织固体废物的管理工作。尽管现有大量文献多从理论层面阐释循环经济（circular economy，CE）模型，但本研究则呈现了一则切实落地物料循环性的真实案例。本研究针对涵盖转售、再利用、回收及废料基质管理的产业集群展开细致调研，揭示了纺织固体废物在分拣、处理与再利用环节中的复杂特性。尽管面临分拣标准不统一、非正规市场运营、回收基础设施匮乏等诸多挑战，研究结果仍凸显了物料循环性的巨大应用潜力。本研究强调，需制定标准化监管规范并实施针对性干预举措，以扩大循环实践的推广规模。本研究通过展示物料循环性的真实落地案例，为纺织行业构建系统化、政策导向的可持续固体废物管理路径提供了支撑，跳出纯理论探讨的局限，转向具备实操价值的可行洞见。