Switzerland-based SANITIZED AG specializing in antimicrobial solutions for long-term freshness in textiles, introduced their new Sanitized Puretec product portfolio that provides optimal antimicrobial performance for all fibre types. Sanitized Puretec technology, a highly efficient, durable quat-silane polymer system to control the growth of unwanted bacteria, offers a non-leaching, metal-free and particle-free antimicrobial solution for textiles to prevent the buildup of odour-causing bacteria. This new technology provides a long-lasting effect without releasing the active ingredient, making it a safe and sustainable option even after lots of washes.
Sanitized Puretec provides superior performance in synthetic fibres
In the market, the search for more sustainable antimicrobial solutions has increased, as well as the demands for effective metal-free and particle-free odour control technologies. The developers at SANITIZED have managed to advance the durability and efficacy of Sanitized® Puretec™, a family of quaternary silane (quat-silane) based antimicrobial finishes that meet these demands.
Quat-silane technology remains affixed to the fabric’s surface due to the active’s non-leaching nature, while Puretec™ technology has shown superior performance on all fibre types, especially synthetic fibres such as polyesters. It enhances the functionality of textiles by utilizing the high cationic charge density of a fully polymerized siloxane polymer network to reduce the microorganism on contact.
A durable and comfortable solution for sportswear
Sanitized® Puretec™ offers a unique solution for brands and retailers producing synthetic sportswear by allowing consumers to wear the products they love for longer periods of time before having to wash them again. This ensures long-lasting freshness in textiles and comfort to the wearer, while making it possible for consumers to feel confident and comfortable even on their busiest days, from going to the gym to running errands.
Preventing bacterial growth does not only significantly reduce odour formation but simultaneously protects the textile from bacteria-induced deterioration and discolouration, all of which can jeopardize the durability of the product. As demonstrated in various microbiological tests, Sanitized® Puretec™ guarantees optimal odour control performance even with ongoing washing and wearing, delivering added value to textiles by easing product maintenance and enhancing usability and performance.
A reliable option in lots of textile applications
Sanitized® Puretec™ technology can be easily integrated into existing application techniques such as pad and exhaust and while being compatible with other functional performance finishes. It exhibits excellent wash fastness and temperature stability and is dermatologically tested to be non-sensitizing to the human skin, making it a safe option among an abundance of textile applications.
Sanitized Puretec’s microbiological performance is IAC certified
Properly treated quat-silane surfaces can deliver broad-spectrum, durable antimicrobial properties to prevent bacterial attachment and biofilm formation on fabrics. In order to accurately measure and verify the microbiological performance of quaternary silane technologies, it is essential to utilize appropriate test methods.
Sanitized® Puretec™ odour control solutions have been tested through 40 washes using ASTM E3162-18, the industry-standard wash durability method approved by the International Antimicrobial Council (IAC). As for the microbiological test method, the IAC recommends ASTM E2149-20 for the Puretec™ technology. Brands and retailers can be assured that products have been tested by trained and proficient microbiology professionals using IAC Certified laboratories with IAC verified test reports.