Polymer-based coating technology can be used to apply functional additives on the surface of fabrics. Archroma's portfolio of water-based, solvent-free polymers – Appretan®, Lurapret® and Texapret®– allow handle and surface adaptations, from soft to hard, elastic to rigid, hydrophilic to hydrophobic, heat sealable to highly durable, impermeable to breathable, with low or no formaldehyde content.

They also can be combined with finishing specialties, such as Pekoflam® fire retardants, Nuva®N and Smartrepel® release and repellence solutions, and Sanitized® antimicrobial products. These products allow for more sustainable, tailor-made coating solutions for applications such as technical textiles, automotive, nonwoven, personal protective equipment and sportswear.

High-performance coloration for all technical textiles applications, such as sunshades, camping tents, umbrellas and industrial applications. 

This range is ideally suited to help customers face today’s ecological challenges and fulfill ever stricter safety regulations, regardless of the application.

The company’s non-halogenated portfolio now includes select products that are assessed for compliance to labels such as GOTS or OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 and that are in line with today’s global requirements for industrial and consumer safety.

Archroma’ s fluorine-free nature-friendlier water protection that keeps cotton, polyester and polyamide textiles dry. The unique technology offers exceptional, durable water repellency and is not based on fluorine. Smartrepel® Hydro produces a soft hand feel and outstanding breathability – perfect for any weatherproof garment.

Bluesign and GOTS approved

Archroma's innovative next-generation fluorochemical alternative is PFOA-free C6 Nuva® N supports the switch away from long-chain fluorotelomer products that may contain PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid). These products provide long-lasting and excellent repellency and release effects, are easy to handle and non-sensitive regarding compatibility with other finishing chemicals. They allow covering the full spectrum of repellency and release needs in technical textile applications.