An estimated 12 million tons of clothing and textile waste is thrown out in the United States each year. According to research, 70% of Americans donate to charity in some form each year in the United States. In 2007, an estimated $5.8 billion worth of clothing related donations were made to charity foundations in the United States. The recovery rate for used clothing and textiles in 2011 was an estimated 15.3% in the United States. The recovery rate for used clothing and textiles in 2011 was an estimated 15.3% in the United States. Fabrics like cotton, polyester, nylon and rayon make up an estimated 5% of all trash found in landfills.

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