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Expanding global textile and polymer business with new partnership

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ANITIZED AG announces that it has entered into an agreement with Consolidated Pathways Inc. Midland, Michigan USA to globally promote the Sanitized® odor-management, hygiene function and material protection technologies to brands and retailers. Consolidated Pathways will also support the advancement of the trusted Sanitized® Quality Seal and related branding concepts. The longtime co-operation between SANITIZED AG and ARCHROMA remains unchanged and is supported by the activities of Consolidated Pathways.

Consolidated Pathways Inc. signs agreement as new brand and technical representative for Sanitized® products

Consolidated Pathways acts as global brand and technical representative for the Sanitized® line of antimicrobial products. Consolidated Pathways will be focusing on commercializing Sanitized® products in textiles and will use its broad experience in polymer-based antimicrobials to extend the reach of the unique technologies that SANITIZED AG offers.

SANITIZED AG has been a leader in antimicrobials since 1935. Their extensive expertise and Swiss pioneering spirit provides leading edge, safe antimicrobials for textiles, coatings and polymers. Located in Burgdorf, Switzerland the company is recognized for its effective, market-orientated, and commercial technologies.


Consolidated Pathways, Inc is based in Midland, Michigan USA. The Principals of Consolidated Pathways have over two decades of experience with commercializing polymer-based antimicrobials and sustainable surface modification technologies. Consolidated Pathways is well known for its customer service and innovative programs.


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