Huntsman raises the bar for non-fluorine durable water repellents_China garment - garment brands, garment information, garment media

Continuing to lead the textile industry’s shift toward more sustainable and environmentally friendly operations, Huntsman Textile Chemicals recently developed new PHOBOTEX^®RSY non-fluorine durable water repellent (DWR) , thereby improving the water-repellent properties of textiles, especially high-performance synthetic fiber textiles, to a higher level. This new product helps brands and retailers meet global consumer demand for eco-friendly apparel with extreme rain and stain resistance.

“PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water-repellent agent improves the performance of synthetic fiber textiles, allowing brands to provide environmentally friendly, high-performance, weather-resistant products to outdoor enthusiasts. As a trusted partner in the industry, Henry Huntsman continues to spearhead the shift towards developing non-fluorinated alternatives that meet stringent environmental, health and safety standards,” said Lee Howarth, global marketing manager for Huntsman Textile Effects.

Providing effective protection in extreme environments, PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water repellent effectively repels rain, sleet and snow, and shows good performance on synthetic fibers and their blends. It is suitable for use in high-performance outdoor apparel fabrics, providing good breathability and durable water repellency. Fabrics treated with PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water-repellent agent can also resist stains, maintain freshness for a long time, and facilitate local cleaning.

PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water repellent is based on non-fluorine technology and complies with bluesign^® of international brands, Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) and environmental protection standards in manufacturing and processing. Restricted Substances List (MRSL) requirements. Fabrics finished with PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water-repellent agent according to the recommended method meet the STANDARD100 by OEKO-TEX^® standard. In addition, PHOBOTEX^®RSY durable water-repellent agent also meets the standards of the HIGH IQ^®Repel intelligent durable waterproof series performance certification program to ensure that the fabric meets strict performance standards. Using it, customers and brands can produce environmentally friendly textiles without compromising performance.

This new product complements Huntsman Textile Effects’ existing range of durable water repellents. Huntsman Textile Effects provides unparalleled technical support and application knowledge to help customers meet the requirements of the world’s top brands and retailers.