Behind the Break: Exploring Fibre Fragmentation Closing Study
December 2025
The results of a collaborative study into fibre fragmentation test methods and root causes
Summary
In collaboration with Fashion for Good, this closing study compares established test methods for quantifying fibre fragmentation and investigates root causes across three fabric archetypes using a controlled experiment.
Reasons to download:
Through this report, expect to:
See a comparison of the various fibre fragmentation test methods.
Learn the directional insights obtained across all three fabric archetypes.
Understand what the next phase of this project will explore.
Key Takeaways
Design and manufacturing choices (e.g. spinning, dyeing, fabric construction) significantly influence fibre shedding.
Different test methods show similar trends, and each have best-use cases.
Contamination across testing proved minimal.
Current data is directional, not definitive. Larger, standardised datasets are essential.
Collaboration across industry, academia, and policy is crucial to drive effective mitigation.
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