PFAS

11/10/2023 – Textiles Intelligence

Textiles Intelligence

PFAS alternatives stir optimism

The latest developments in alternatives to PFASs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) or “forever chemicals” are showing promise for use in the manufacture ... By Christine Heywood

Planned PFAS ban threatens important textile machine components. © nd3000/stock.adobe.com

26/07/2023 – VDMA

VDMA

PFASs to be restricted throughout the EU

The EU's planned ban on the entire group of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) would put many industrial processes at risk according to the German ... By Christine Heywood

GTT, a global leader in waterless and PFAS-free textile finishes, is redefining the standard in PFAS-free anti-wicking technologies with its Empel platform. © Green Theme Technologies

28/07/2022 – Textile finishing

Textile finishing

GTT’s PFAS-free protection for footwear

As PFAS bans accelerate, Green Theme Technologies (GTT) is able to exceed current performance standards while eliminating PFAS from footwear production. By Editorial staff