Dyes & Chemicals

Transfer Chemicals And SHEIN Establish Joint Laboratory For Textile Innovation

Textile Insights March 2, 2025

On February 17, Transfer Chemicals and SHEIN, a global leader in online fashion and lifestyle retail, signed a cooperation framework agreement in Guangzhou, marking the official establishment of the “SHEIN & Transfer Joint Laboratory.” Wang Haoran, Vice President of Transfer

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France To Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ Clothing And Cosmetics From 2026

Textile Insights February 25, 2025

France’s National Assembly has passed a bill to restrict the production, import and sale of products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals.” The legislation, which secured 231 votes in favour and 51 against, was earlier approved by the Senate and will take effect in January 2026. The ban targets products

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Archroma Joins BioCircular Alliance To Advance Fashion Circularity

Textile Insights January 27, 2025

Archroma, a global leader in sustainable specialty chemicals, has joined the BioCircular Materials Alliance, an initiative led by biomaterials pioneer Spiber Inc. The Alliance aims to accelerate the fashion industry’s transition to circular business models through the adoption of renewable, bio-based textile materials and chemical treatments. The Alliance unites

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Society Of Dyers And Colourists Launches Digital Textile Collection Archive

Textile Insights October 27, 2024

The Society of Dyers and Colourists (SDC) in Bradford has unveiled a groundbreaking digital textile collection archive, offering global access to centuries of textile dyeing and printing history. This extensive resource features over 50,000 artefacts, including the Turkey Red collection and handwritten dyers’ notebooks, and is meticulously catalogued by historical

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ESDO & IPEN Study Reveals Toxic PFAS In Dhaka’s Water And Textiles

Textile Insights October 10, 2024

A study released by the Environment and Social Development Organization (ESDO) and IPEN highlights alarming levels of toxic PFAS chemicals in surface and tap water samples collected near Dhaka’s textile industry hubs. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, were found in nearly all the samples, with many exceeding regulatory limits proposed in the EU, US […]

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AATCC Workshops Focus On Color Management And Textile Testing For 2024

July 18, 2024

Every year, AATCC hosts workshops at the AATCC Technical Center, offering hands-on learning on specific testing topics. These workshops feature small class sizes to ensure in-depth exploration of the content. This year, AATCC will host a Color Management Workshop from August 14-15 and introduce a new Textile Testing Workshop for Specifiers on September 17-18 at […]

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Double Accolades For Sun Chemical At FIA Awards 2024

July 14, 2024

Sun Chemical has proudly announced two wins at the Flexographic Industry Association (FIA) Awards. The company received the “Technical Innovation of the Year” award for SunVisto AquaHeat inks, showcasing its commitment to innovation and sustainability in printing. These water-based flexographic inks are designed for industrial ovens, withstanding temperatures up to 220°C

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Devan’s BI-OME NTL MG Technology Receives Allergy UK Recognition

July 14, 2024

Devan Chemicals BI-OME NTL MG technology has received the Allergy UK Seal of Approval, highlighting its effectiveness in protecting against dust mites. Allergy UK, a leading charity supporting individuals with allergies in the United Kingdom, granted this accreditation following rigorous independent testing. The technology has proven beneficial for those with allergic

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Jay Chemical Industries Commissions New Specialty Chemicals Plant

July 7, 2024

Continuing its 57-year legacy, Jay Chemical Industries, has announced the successful commissioning of its newest specialty chemicals division plant. Under the guidance of founder Jayendra Kharawala and Managing Director Greeven Kharawala, the company remains a strong and growing force in the industry. The state-of-the-art facility, equipped with the highest safety and

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DuPont Launches Artistri PN 1000 Ink Series At Drupa 2024

May 19, 2024

To celebrate 35 years of innovation, DuPont has launched the Artistri PN 1000 ink series at Drupa 2024. These low viscosity water-based pigment inkjet inks are designed for commercial printing, offering high optical density, image quality and durability with reliable jetting sustainability. Suitable for book, direct mail and transactional printing, these inks allow higher