Evaluated Alternative Non-fluorinated, PFC-free water repellent for all types of fabrics UNIDYNE XF Series is repellent finish for a wide array of textile substrates that is made from greater than 50% bio-based materials. As with Daikin’s long-standing fluorochemical repellents series, XF Series provides valuable-performance, washing machine durable water repellency without sacrificing fabric breathability and hand feel.
Evaluated Alternative PFAS free oil and grease resistant barrier to moulded fibre food packages The BIM OilguardTM concept (BIM MFO range) is designed to eliminate the need for PFAS in fast food/food on the go packaging, such as moulded fibre trays and bowls, food wrapping paper and cardboard pizza cartons. Fiber-based food packages treated with BIM OilguardTM can be recyclable and repulpable and do not generate microplastics.
Evaluated Alternative Fluorine-free durable water repellent finishing agent Non-fluorinated, Fluorine-Free, durable water repellent finishing agent https://chemsilicone.com/product/non-fluorinated-water-repellent
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.
Alternative TopScreen™ water repellent barrier coatings TopScreen water repellent barrier coatings enable papermakers to produce plastic-free, paraffin-free, environmentally friendly, paper packaging. These water-based polymer products employ the same innovative chemistry used in the barrier coatings for cupstock, so papermakers can achieve superior water repellency as well.
Alternative LIFA INFINITY PRO™ Using LIFA® fibers, a Helly Hansen technology that is lightweight and hydrophobic, the fully waterproof/breathable membrane and durable water repellent performance are achieved without the use of chemicals.
Alternative PFC-free Eco DWR impregnation PFC-free spray-on treatment for the reimpregnation of shell garments. Gives a highly water-repellent surface and optimizes breathability.
Alternative Bee Kind™ Beeswax Waterproofing Bar The beeswax heavy duty water repellent and protecting wax is made from the highest quality Beeswax and blend of waxes. A great option for heavy duty waterproofing projects like outdoor equipment, float and tent awnings, tent seams, jackets or pants, bike wear, back packs, hats, synthetic and canvas horse covers, horse saddle blankets, trekking boots, jeans, canvas shoes, fishing & hunting gear, rucksacks, tents and hiking boots.
Alternative Heavy Duty Fabric Wax All-natural heavy duty fabric wax is made from the highest quality beeswax and proprietary blend of plant-based waxes and oils. The first and only water repellent wax that doesn’t utilize paraffin, silicone, or other petroleum-based synthetic ingredients.
Alternative Nanoman™ - Nanotechnology-based treatment products Nanotechnology-based treatment products. Stain and water repellancy, UV protection.
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.
Alternative EVORAL NFP – PFC-free water repellent (Textile) EVORAL NFP is applied by padding followed by drying and fixation at 100 – 170 °C dependent on the substrate. EVORAL NFP as single application already leads to very good water repellent effects in initial state and after washes.
Request Looking for alternatives to all PFCs used as water repellent, stain repellent The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) has added to the ZDHC MRSL Candidate List to all PFCs used as water repellent, stain repellent and it's looking for additional relevant information on possible alternatives. The ZDHC Foundation oversees implementation of the Roadmap to Zero Programme and is a global multi-stakeholder initiative of currently 162 contributors (30 brands, 111 value chain affiliates, and 21 associates) within the fashion and footwear industry.
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 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 MLSE® - Multiplexed Laser Surface Enhancement for Textile MLSE® is a unique technology that has the ability to treat both natural and synthetic textiles for a wide variety of functionalities; These include dyeability and printing enhancements, hydrophilicity, hydrophobicity, fire retardancy and anti-microbial properties. The use of water, harmful chemicals and energy is significantly reduced in comparison to conventional textile treatment methods.
Evaluated Alternative Evo Protect D - Fluorine-free Water Repellency Dystar offers a full range of ecological fluorine-free products for all demands. EVO Protect DWA is suitable for application on cotton, cellulosic fibres, and for PA and PES fibres. Fluorine free solutions are the future of durable water repellency in the textile industry. Fluorine free products do not contain perfluorinated compounds such as PFOA and PFOS.
Evaluated Alternative ecorepel – PFC-free water and mud repellent ecorepel is a water and mud repellent technology that imitates the natural, water-repelling protection of duck’s plumages. Ducks produce an oily secretion that allows their plumages to repel water and ecorepel technology transfers this natural water repellence to textile surfaces.