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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Alternative BIONIC-FINISH® ECO Highly effective water repellent agent for finishing fabrics of all fibre types.
Alternative PFC Free Water- and Windproof Membrane Guaranteed Green – The Sympatex climate-neutral and recyclable membrane As one of the worldwide leading producers, Sympatex® Technologies has been a synonym for high-tech functional materials in clothing, footwear, accessories and technical fields of application since 1986. Together with selected partners, Sympatex develops, produces and distributes membranes, laminates and functional textiles as well as finished products worldwide. The Sympatex membrane is highly breathable, 100% wind- and waterproof and regulates the climate. It is 100% recyclable, climate-neutral, bluesign® certified, and it received the 'Oeko-Tex-Standard 100' certificate. It is also PTFE-free and PFC-free. The technologies and procedures are based on the principles of ecological responsibility and sustainability with a special focus on the optimal carbon footprint.
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.
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.
Alternative PFC-free food packaging tray Rottneros Packaging has developed a food packaging tray made from high quality pulp. The tray is manufactured entirely with Swedish wooden raw material, and it is both recyclable, renewable and biodegradable. In addition to the environmental benefits, the potential for adapting design, patterns and functionality of the packaging is much greater than if plastic or board was used. The packaging is made from 100% virgin fiber pulp and is therefore free from chemicals such as mineral oil or PFAS.
Alternative X-Fog: more effective fire extinguishing - also suitable for wood and textiles X-Fog is for Industry and Fire & Rescue Services for Class A fires X-Fog is suitable for all types of water spray, low pressure, pressurized low-pressure and high pressure. X-Fog can be injected or mixed directly into the tank Experiments have shown that X-Fog has a better extinguishing efficiency and a considerably better re-ignition protection. X-Fog optimizes sprinkler systems.
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
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.
Alternative HyperDRY™ Fluorocarbon Free Water Resistant Down Insulation ALLIED Feather & Down's HyperDRY water resistant down is treated with a unique Fluorocarbon Free treatment that adheres to the down cluster that allows down to retain its superior warmth to weight ratio - even when wet.
Alternative Nordic Paper - the natural choice Whether you are creating classy cups for exclusive chocolates or packaging for frozen meals, Natural Greaseproof provides the perfect material for the flexibility and quality you need – both when it comes to the properties of the paper itself and your own conversion processes and production.
Alternative ORGANOTEX® is a fluorocarbon-free water repellent technology for textiles The OrganoTex® technology is free from fluorocarbons (e.g. PFOS, PFOA, etc) and other accumulative chemicals that negatively affect ecosystems. It is also free from hazardous chemicals, such as isocyanates that may cause respiratory problems. In addition OrganoTex® is readily biodegradable in accordance with OECD 301.
