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01

Why Now

The Cost of Waiting Is Already Accumulating

The choice is not whether to act, but when. Regulatory deadlines are no longer distant. The brands that build circular infrastructure now will lead. The ones that wait will pay - in compliance costs, lost shelf space, and stranded inventory.

California SB 707 Requires textile producers to fund end-of-life collection and recycling programs. Compliance timelines begin 2026.
EU ESPR 2027 Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation mandates recyclability, durability, and digital product passports for textiles sold in Europe.

EPR Fees

Extended Producer Responsibility fees will apply to non-recyclable textiles in multiple jurisdictions

Retailer Risk

Brands without circular solutions face shelf-space pressure from retailers with sustainability commitments

Build Time

Building circular supply chains internally takes 12-24 months. Starting now means being ready before mandates hit.

02

What We Do

From Landfill Liability to Circular Asset

RTV transforms end-of-life nylon products into virgin-grade feedstock through chemical depolymerization. A closed-loop system that turns waste into value - reducing cost, risk, and environmental impact simultaneously.

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Future-Proof

Ahead of EU and California compliance mandates hitting brands in 2026-2028. Build the infrastructure now, avoid the fees later.

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Drop-In

Works with your existing vendors, mills, and supply chain. No new certifications, no workflow disruption.

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At Scale

Not a pilot. Not a proof of concept. Production-ready circular nylon already in use across activewear, bags, and home textiles.

03

Technology

Engineered From the Molecule Up

Our products are engineered to be recycled endlessly through thoughtful engineering of recycled Nylon. Nylon-6 depolymerizes cleanly back to its base monomer and regenerates to virgin grade - infinitely. Every product is fully recoverable at end of life.

Mono Single-polymer, no blends
100% Recoverable at end of life
70% Lower production emissions
Tunable Stretch and recovery profiles
Price Parity Competitive cost at scale with conventional virgin nylon
04

Proof

Who's Already Using RTV

REI
Calvin Klein
Ralph Lauren
Burberry
05

Quick Wins

Three Proven Products for Immediate Integration

RTV has identified several products from Target's nylon assortment that can offer a fast path to implementation using existing RTV yarns.

Target Reusable Bag

Target Product

Reusable Bag

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RTV Reusable Bag

Existing RTV Product

RTV Mono-Material Bag

RTV Yarn

70/34 DTY or 40/34 FDY

Target Crossbody Target Zip Tote

Target Products

Crossbody & Zip-Tote

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RTV Tote

Existing RTV Product

RTV Mono-Material Tote

RTV Yarn

70/68 DTY or 140d Taslan/ATY

Target Threshold Blanket

Target Product

Threshold Blankets

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RTV Pile Fleece

Existing RTV Product

RTV Pile POC (Draper)

RTV Yarn

Pile fabric from Draper

06

Integration

Your Vendors. Our Material.

RTV integrates seamlessly into existing manufacturing ecosystems. No new vendors, no disrupted workflows - a drop-in solution that works with your current supply chain.

RTV collaborates directly with:

  • Target's incumbent mills and fabric partners
  • Existing cut-and-sew manufacturers
  • Approved vendors within Target's network

By doing so, RTV ensures:

No workflow disruption

Faster sampling

Scalable from day one

07

Vision

The Vision: Circular Back To School Program

Launch the first fully mono-material, 100% recyclable back-to-school bag system, paired with a nationwide in-store recycling event, turning back-to-school into a circular, family-driven moment.

100% Mono-Material Nylon Fully Recyclable 70% CO₂ Reduction Designed for Repeat Recycling
2026
RTV and Target begin a Takeback Program and start development on 100% recyclable Backpacks and Bags
2027
Families purchase Target x RTV fully recyclable products as part of a Circular Back to School Program
  • In-store recycling storytelling encouraging returns
  • Kid-friendly, educational touchpoints
  • Trade-in incentive (discount or gift card)
  • In-store branded recycle bins to collect and recycle back into new products
2028
All Target Backpacks and Bags are 100% Recyclable
2029
Families continue to recycle Backpacks and Bags at Target Stores

"A Better Lifecycle: Buy, Use, Return, Remake"

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Exclusive Access

Exclusive Access: Stretch Innovation Group

Breakthrough Innovation

RTV has developed a first-of-its-kind material stretch platform: 100% nylon-based stretch, eliminating reliance on spandex and blended constructions.

The Opportunity

A limited, invitation-only partnership providing:

  • Early access to proprietary stretch technology
  • Custom product and category development
  • Direct input into material innovation and application

Strategic Advantage

  • Priority access to a breakthrough material platform
  • Potential category exclusivity
  • The ability to shape future material standards
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Engagement Roadmap

Strategic Pathway: Immediate to Scaled Implementation

Phase
Month 1-3
Month 4-6
Month 7-9
Month 10-12
Month 13-18
18+
Discovery
Funded Discovery process with SMEs in Technology, Product & Recycling
Material Integration
Nylon pellet/yarn purchase + product team collaboration on circular nylon opportunities
Supply Chain
Alignment with Target suppliers, testing, certification & scale
End of Life
EOL mgmt on existing inventory
Take-back program testing & scale with Target teams
Innovation
Stretch Innovation Group - long-term development partnership with exclusivity options
RTV

Next Steps

Let's Build This Together

We're ready to start the Discovery process and put the right materials in your hands. Let's talk.

jennifer@rtv.earth
rtv.earth
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