Evaluated Alternative EcoPhob PLUS: Fluorine free, bio-based, water repellency Worldwide leading product for ecological hydrophobicity of textiles. The ecological product for the durable water repellency for textiles of all kinds.
Evaluated Alternative Zelan™ R3 finish: Non-fluorinated, bio-based, durable water repellent finish Zelan™ R3 / Teflon EcoElite™ finish is the first renewably sourced, non-fluorinated repellent finish with the following benefits: • Up to three times more durable than original non-fluorinated repellents • Contains 60 percent renewably sourced raw materials (ASTM D6866-12) and is recognized as a USDA certified biobased product • bluesign® approved, meeting the strict ecological and toxicological requirements of the bluesign® criteria • GOTS approved input finishing chemical
Evaluated Alternative HeiQ Eco Dry – Durable water repellency (DWR) without fluorine (non-PFC) High-performing, sustainable and durable water-repellency, no fluorine (no PFOA, no PFOS), formaldehyde-free. Exceptional efficiency and durability (100% DWR performance up to 50 washings depending on fiber type). Complies with EU REACH, US TSCA, JP METI, ZDHC and most RSL regulations.
Evaluated Alternative SCHUTZENRESIN-X7BIO - 100%Plant Based BioResin 100 % plant based, Zero formaldehyde Bio-Resin for Wrinkle free finishing.
Evaluated Alternative SCHUTZENRESIN-X7BIO - Plant Based BioResin 100 % plant based, Zero formaldehyde Bio-Resin for Wrinkle free finishing.
Evaluated Alternative SCHUTZENPRINT- FF WHITE DC SCHUTZENPRINT-FF WHITE DC Is a plant based Sustainable, Acrylate rheology free, Water based Ready made print paste for White Discharge printing. The Ready made paste is Solvent Free, Zero Formaldehyde & ZDHC Listed can be utiliesed with SCHUTZENSTRIP-TU ; Zero formaldehyde activator
Evaluated Alternative ATMOS 08 ATMOS 08 is designed to enhance the ozone activity achieved during the Jeanologia ATMOSPHERIC process.
Evaluated Alternative ACTICELL RT ACTICELL RT is an environmentally friendly bleaching alternative to create a used look on denim garments. Use for intense bleaching effects comparable to potassium permanganate.
Evaluated Alternative High IQ® Repel non-Fluorinated Durable Water Repellents High IQ® Repel is a range of industry leading non-Fluorinated Sustainable Durable Water Repellents which complies with most regional and country legislations such as EU REACH and US TSCA, as well as complying with voluntary schemes such the requirements of bluesign®, the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals Roadmap (ZDHC) and the Restricted Substances Lists of the world’s most exacting global brands in addition to being suitable for OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.
Evaluated Alternative Smart Dyeing System NICCA develops environmentally friendly products that do not use hazardous chemicals, streamlining textile processing, and proposing solutions aimed at water saving and energy saving. NICCA's "Smart Dyeing Process" contributes to improving the production efficiency and working environment of scouring, dyeing and wastewater treatment.
Evaluated Alternative NEOSEED® Series: Fluorine-Free Durable Water Repellent NEOSEED® provides excellent Durable Water Repellency on all types of fabric. Made with an environmentally friendly hydrophobic polymer that offers durable performance comparable to fluorine-based products to meet increasing demands from consumers, industry and government regulation.
Evaluated Alternative OrganIQ – Bleaching system for the denim sector OrganIQ is an innovative range of products for the denim washing sector and consists of a bleach finishing system for jeans. All organIQ products are free from heavy metal compounds and chlorine, but still enable economical and modern denim finishing.
Evaluated Alternative STAMP IT SAFE SYSTEM STAMP IT SAFE is a formaldehyde-free* pigment printing system for soft fabrics, which is better for you and our planet. It is based on new generation binder, softener and fixing agent. *below limit of detection according to industry standard test methods
Evaluated Alternative Everzol® Black PF and Eco – New reactive black dyes for cellulosic textiles Everlight Chemical has developed Everzol® Black PF and Eco, two new generation eco-friendly reactive black dyes that can be used on a range of cellulosic textiles including cotton, rayon and lyocell.
Evaluated Alternative Levafix ECO - Reactive dyes free of p-CA or other regulatory controlled amines A new range of reactive dyes based on chemistry which is free of p-CA and other regulatory amines. The new dyes have enhanced fastness properties leading to improved sustainability of the textile end product.
Evaluated Alternative Realan Black MF-PV - A quantum leap in the dyeing of black on wool In response to increasing ecological pressure on mordant dyes for wool, DyStar have introduced a new patented Realan Black MF-PV dyestuff.
Evaluated Alternative PERIFOAM BAO – Natural biodegradable defoamer PERIFOAM BAO is a natural, sustainable silicone-free and mineral oil-free defoamer for textile finishing processes. The high-performance anti-foaming agent avoids unwanted foam formation in dyeing, printing and finishing processes. PERIFOAM BAO consists of renewable raw materials and is well biodegradable as it is based on natural vegetable oils.
Evaluated Alternative UNIPERL – Flourine-free water-repellents for textile finishing UNIPERL® is a range of fluorine-free finishing auxiliary agents that imparts water-repellence, rainproof and aqueous stain-management. These are less harmful, have improved sustainability profiles, and demonstrate outstanding performance.
Evaluated Alternative INDIGO REFLECTION SYSTEM INDIGO REFLECTION is a coloration system that behaves like indigo, but with a more sustainable and efficient process
Evaluated Alternative POWER COTTON SYSTEM POWER COTTON is a system for comfortable cotton fabrics with more than 5 times higher abrasion resistance on knitted items
Evaluated Alternative miDori® bioSoft: outstanding softness for cotton and cotton blend based textiles miDori® bioSoft is a plant seed oil based softener for textiles. It provides an outstanding soft hand for cotton and cotton blend fabrics and garments. It is a USDA certified bio based product and all of its components, on a CAS number level, underwent a so called Greenscreen for safer chemicals.
Evaluated Alternative miDori® evoPel – state of the art durable water repellent “DWR” miDori® evoPel is a state of the art water repellent, “DWR”, for textile fabrics and garments with excellent durability to home laundry. It works on cotton, synthetics and blends to protect fabrics and garments from rain and water based stains. It is PFOS and PFOA free. Therefore providing an alternative to so called PFC based stain repellent products. It is partially based on plant seed oils and is a USDA certified bio based product.
Evaluated Alternative BIONIC-FINISH® ECO Highly effective water repellent agent for finishing fabrics of all fibre types.
Evaluated Alternative INDIGO FLOW SYSTEM INDIGO FLOW is an aniline-free* indigo system that produces authentic denim without compromising our planet. It is based on Denisol® Pure indigo, pre-reduced aniline-free* indigo with same performance as regular indigo. *below limits of detection
Evaluated Alternative LANASOL® CE - pioneering replacement of chrome dyes since 20 years Huntsman Textile Effects started with the replacement of chrome (mordant) dyes 20 years ago and stopped production and sales of chrome dyes already in 2008. With the concept of LANASOL CE a trouble free move has been made possible.
Evaluated Alternative miDori® bioDry: unique mix of softness and wicking for cotton and cotton blends miDori® bioDry 1.0 is a plant seed based softener for textiles. It uniquely adds an outstanding softness and wicking to cotton and cotton blend fabrics and garments. Thus adding performance to cotton, respectively giving cotton it natural ability back to absorb and manage moisture. It is a USDA certified biobased product and it was the first textile chemical to receive a Silver GreenScreen for safer chemicals certification. A 100% palm oil free version available as well.
Evaluated Alternative miDori® bioWick – plant seed oil based wicking finish for textiles miDori® bioWick is a plant seed oil based finishing agent for textiles. It helps the fabric to absorb sweat, wick moisture away and dry faster. Compared to standard crude oil based wicking finishes it has a significantly, up to 8 times, lower carbon footprint. It is highly biodegradable ( Zahn/Wellens Test), a USDA certified bio based product and all of its components, on a CAS number level, underwent a so called Greenscreen for safer chemicals.
Evaluated Alternative FAST SPORT SYSTEM FAST SPORT is a coloration system for polyester knitted sportswear, providing the best fastness in the shortest possible time, with a reduced environmental footprint.
Evaluated Alternative DEEP DIVE SYSTEM DEEP DIVE is a complete system for highly efficient knitted cotton coloration with less water.
Evaluated Alternative Seycosize Plystran KP: sizing compound for cotton and polyester/cotton blends Seycosize Plystran KP is a is a new generation size which optimizes adhesion, abrasion resistance, and controls migration. The size is applied to the surface of the yarn, and this provides improved fiber laydown, better protection against abrasion, greater yarn strength and less shedding during weaving.
Evaluated Alternative Recycrom – Sustainable dyeing solution using 100% recycled clothing Recycrom is a revolutionary sustainable dyeing solution made of 100% recycled clothing, fibrous material and textile scraps. By a sophisticated process, Officina +39 has developed a system to reprocess the scraps and transform textile fiber into colored powder. In contrast to other dyes, Recycromis applied as a suspension and not as part of a chemical solution – cutting environmental impact.
Evaluated Alternative Sciessent Curb® Fluorine-Free Durable Water Repellent Sciessent Curb® is a fluorine free durable water repellent for textiles that is made without perfluorinated chemicals or fluorinated silicones. It is certified by Oeko-Tex, bluesign and GOTS and its water repellent performance and durability is equivalent to C6 PFC technology. In addition, Curb is a highly biodegradable chemical. Curb® was tested using the OECD 301B method. The results of this testing showed that Curb® is 79.1% biodegradable. This is very close to the maximum of 79.8%, and is considered rapidly biodegradable.
Evaluated Alternative Acticell LB3 ACTICELL LB3 laser booster is a dynamic bleaching technology that enhances the laser effect on denim fabrics. This facilitates a high whiteness degree, powerful effects even on stretch fabrics, excellent tear and tensile strength and increased laser production.
Evaluated Alternative Seyco Sperse SPW & SPW Conc: Anti-redepostion aid Seyco Sperse SPW & SPW Conc are industry leading, high performance anti-redeposition agents.
