Dyes & Chemicals

Archroma, G-Star Raw & Advance Denim Promote Cleaner Production

Textile Insights April 8, 2024

Archroma has been working with denim brand G-Star Raw and sustainable denim producer Advance Denim to produce denim in authentic blue shades without the aniline impurity carried through from the synthesis of standard synthetic indigo. In traditional denim production, this aniline remains bound

Sustainability

Bluesign Launches Phase Out Program For Critical Solvents

Textile Insights March 5, 2024

In a bid to enhance environmental performance and ensure consumer safety, Bluesign has launched a comprehensive phase out program for critical solvents. “Since its inception in September 2021, this initiative has gained traction among our system partner manufacturers, aiming to mitigate the adverse effects of hazardous substances,” the company said. Substances such as

Dyes & Chemicals

CHT Showing Sustainable Textile Technologies At Performance Days

Textile Insights March 4, 2024

CHT, a manufacturer of textile chemistry and dyes will be showcasing its latest sustainable textile technologies at Performance Days Functional Fabric Fair being held in Munich. “During the fair, CHT will be emphasising both dyeing and effect chemicals designed to enhance the performance of textiles,” the German company said in a press release. CHT will […]

Dyes & Chemicals

Archroma Tweaks Dye Recipe To Make It More Cost-Effective

Textile Insights February 2, 2024

Archroma has extended its Avitera SE technology by launching Avitera SE Generation Next for more cost-effective sustainable dyeing of cellulosic fibres and blends. With an improved cost-to-performance ratio for new dark and extra-dark shades, the Avitera SE Generation Next range helps mills increase yield, improve productivity and reduces processing costs. “Dyeing darker

Dyes & Chemicals

Archroma Showing Green Textile Chemicals At Colombiatex

Textile Insights January 24, 2024

Archroma is showcasing sustainable and green textile chemical solutions at this year’s Colombiatex de Las Américas exhibition. Archroma introduced a new concept that promises to help the region’s brands and mills optimise their productivity, add value to their products and create a positive impact on the environment. “Named Super Systems+, each solution offers exceptional