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LiveScience |Science |Aug 07, 2026

New fully recyclable stretchy yarn could transform workout clothing

A new type of elastic yarn made entirely from polyethylene, the same plastic used in milk jugs and grocery bags, has been developed. The yarn is as strong and stretchy as today's spandex-containing fabrics and is designed to be fully recyclable.