Arkema, a leader in Specialty Materials, has introduced a new range of bio-based waterborne dispersions for textile printing and finishing applications. The ENCOR dispersions contain up to 30% bio-based content and can reduce the carbon footprint by up to 40% compared to traditional textile resins. This launch supports the textile industry’s efforts to decrease its carbon footprint, as the sector is responsible for 6-8% of worldwide emissions. To achieve this, Arkema is focusing on the entire lifecycle of its products, from safer formulations that comply with Oeko-Tex Eco Passport standards, to the use of renewable and lower-carbon feedstocks. The company also prioritizes end-of-life management, aiming to enhance biodegradability, durability, and color solidity, as well as improve washing resistance. By introducing bio-based acrylic binders, Arkema enables its customers to achieve their sustainability and carbon reduction goals, supporting a more sustainable textile industry.
Arkema introduces sustainable acrylic binders derived from biological sources to reduce the printing and coating waste of high-performance textiles.
