Aquafil S.p.A.
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Aquafil Group has been a pioneer in the circular economy since 1965. With a rich history of innovation and quality, we specialize in manufacturing Nylon 6 fibers and polymers, but we also produce Nylon 6.6 and Dryarn. Our groundbreaking product, ECONYL® regenerated nylon, sets a new standard for synthetic fibers with its closed-loop model.
At Aquafil, we offer a diverse range of solutions using ECONYL® nylon, catering to various industries:
- BCF yarns for carpets, upholstery, and technical applications
- NTF yarns for the textile sector
- EP polymers for engineering compounds
Headquartered in the picturesque Trentino region of Italy, Aquafil Group has a global presence in eight countries across three continents.
For Aquafil, sustainability is the cornerstone of our business philosophy. We've integrated sustainability into every aspect of our operations, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to drive transparent, effective, and lasting responsible growth. Our relentless pursuit of sustainability has yielded remarkable results, with Aquafil achieving outstanding performance on 6 SDGs.
Our commitment goes beyond product design; we take a holistic approach to sustainability that encompasses social and governance considerations. The years 2022 and 2023 marked significant milestones for Aquafil Group, with notable achievements in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives.
Join us at the Fair to learn more about how Aquafil is shaping the future of sustainable materials and driving positive change in the industry.
Our product groups
- Fibres and Yarns
Our application areas / Solutions
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Special Interests

Keywords
- Polyamide 6
- ECONYL® regenerated nylon
- Regenerated Polyamide 6
- BCF yarn
- Recycled nylon
Our Products

Polymer
Aquafil’s Polyamide 6 Polymer production has some unique characteristics:
- High mechanical strength, stiffness, hardness and toughness
- Good fatigue resistance
- High mechanical damping ability
- Good sliding properties
- Excellent wear resistance
- Good electrical insulating properties
- Good workability
The versatility of Nylon 6 makes it ideal for injection molding, extrusion and CNC production of a myriad of things, including accessories in the fashion sector (e.g. glasses frames) and furniture in the design sector (e.g. chairs).

Textile Yarn
The clothing yarns product area is dedicated to the production of Polyamide 6 and 6.6, and Dryarn® for underwear, sport, fashion, and leisure clothing.
Thanks to its long experience in the sector and its production of ECONYL® regenerated nylon, Aquafil has won an important share of the textile market as a major supplier of Italian and international apparel and sportswear brands.

Carpet Yarn
The production of textile flooring yarns has been Aquafil’s core business since our foundation. Today, our company is recognized as a leading player in the Bulk Continuous Filament sector globally.
BCF yarn is also produced with ECONYL regenerated nylon.
The markets in which we operate are:
- Contract (including airports, walkways, offices, and public spaces)
- Automotive (molded floors, car mats, and trunk)
- Residential (wall-to-wall and broadloom for living)
- Rugs
- Mobility (textile floorings for the marine sector, trains, airplanes, ferries)
- Special applications (yarns for ropes, filters, mattresses, sponges, tools).