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UK Unveils First National Plan To Tackle Risks Posed by ‘Forever Chemicals’

Textile Insights February 10, 2026

The UK government has launched its first national plan to address the risks associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in a move aimed at strengthening environmental protection and public health. Announced on February 3, 2026, by the

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Archroma, HeiQ Partner On Sustainable Anti-Odor Tech

Textile Insights January 20, 2026

Specialty chemicals leader Archroma and Swiss deep-tech materials company HeiQ have entered into a co-marketing agreement aimed at expanding global access to sustainable anti-odor and antimicrobial solutions for the textile industry. The partnership combines HeiQ’s innovation capabilities in functional textiles with Archroma’s global commercial infrastructure, technical

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France Bans ‘Forever Chemicals’ In Clothing And Cosmetics

Textile Insights January 6, 2026

France has begun enforcing a wide-ranging ban on the production and sale of products containing PFAS, the so-called forever chemicals, marking one of Europe’s most decisive moves yet against the widely used but controversial substances. The ban, which comes into effect from January 1, 2026, targets most clothing items, cosmetics, and ski wax that contain […]

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New EU Rules Redefine Chemical Management For The Textile Industry

Textile Insights December 17, 2025

The European Union is set to significantly reshape how the textile and apparel industry manages, tracks and reports chemicals, with new requirements under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) placing chemicals at the centre of sustainability and compliance. The regulations mandate greater

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Colorband Dyestuff Joins ZDHC Roadmap To Zero Programme As Signatory Chemical Formulator

Textile Insights October 14, 2025

Colorband Dyestuff Pvt. Ltd., a leading Indian manufacturer of high-quality textile dyes, has joined the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme as a signatory chemical formulator. Established in 1998, Colorband offers a comprehensive range of textile dyes, including disperse dyes for polyester and reactive dyes for cellulosic fibres and wool. With operations across India and a

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Blockchain Steps In To Bring Trust To Chemical Recycling

Textile Insights September 9, 2025

The race to build a circular economy is intensifying, and chemical recycling is at the centre of it. Seen as a breakthrough technology that can turn plastics, textiles and other polymers back into raw materials with near-virgin quality, chemical recycling promises to break the “take-make-dispose” cycle that has defined global production for decades. But the […]

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New ZDHC Platform Simplifies Chemical Compliance

Textile Insights August 10, 2025

The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) initiative has launched the first phase of its digital transformation with a new online platform for suppliers, marking a major shift away from traditional PDF-based guidelines. This platform centralizes all supplier requirements under the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero (RtZ) Programme, providing a structured, user-friendly experience

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Dyes That Don’t Pollute: The Rise Of Ionic Liquids In Sustainable Fashion

Textile Insights August 10, 2025

The fashion industry dazzles with its colours, textures and trends, but behind the curtain, it is one of the biggest polluters in the world. One of its most environmentally damaging practices is dyeing fabric, particularly polyester, which dominates the market. Traditional polyester dyeing consumes vast amounts of water, chemicals and energy, requiring high heat (around

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Toxic Chemical Found In Indian Textiles A Rivers: Toxics Link Report

Textile Insights May 21, 2025

A recent study by environmental advocacy group Toxics Link has raised serious concerns over the widespread presence of nonylphenol (NP), a toxic and endocrine-disrupting chemical, in Indian textiles and water bodies near textile hubs. The report titled “Toxic Threads: Assessing Nonylphenol Contamination in Indian Textiles & the Environment” presents comprehensive data

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Shivtek Spechemi To Invest INR 650 Cr In Green Chemical Plants In Gujarat & Rajasthan

Textile Insights April 16, 2025

Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd, the flagship company of Shiva Group of Industries and a leading name in specialty chemicals, has announced a major expansion with an investment of Rs 650 crore to set up state-of-the-art chemical manufacturing facilities in Gujarat and Rajasthan. This strategic move aims to boost India’s green manufacturing capabilities and strengthen the