Trans America Trading

Founded in 1942, Trans-Americas Trading Company is North America’s leading processor of secondhand clothing, vintage apparel, wiping rags, and fiber recycling materials, headquartered in Clifton, New Jersey. The company operates a 65,000 square foot facility where 85 employees sort and process over 16.8 million pounds of textiles annually, serving retail, thrift, export buyers, boutiques, and the film industry. Trans-Americas also supports charities and municipalities through textile recycling programs, providing stable markets for mixed rags while promoting sustainable environmental practices.