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flag Polyester overtakes cotton in global textile market, raising environmental concerns despite cotton's sustainability.

flag The global textile market is shifting away from cotton towards polyester, which now makes up 57% of fiber production, up from 19.2% for cotton. flag This change, driven by polyester's affordability and durability, has environmental downsides: polyester is non-biodegradable and contributes to microplastic pollution. flag Despite cotton's biodegradability and renewability, it faces a false sustainability ranking in EU policies, highlighting the need for accurate labeling and consumer awareness.

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