#Textile chemistry

2016-08-11

Tanatex introduces new product TANNEX® TERGEO

Promotion photo for the new product TANNEX® TERGEO (c) 2016 TANATEX

TANATEX Chemicals have turned up the heat with innovative new techniques to spark the way forward in the textile industry with the ultimate sustainable and natural product TANNEX® TERGEO.

TANNEX® TERGEO is the third generation clay based scouring & bleaching agent for bleaching of cellulosic fibers and blends. Textile producers that demand top class hydrophilicity can now reach this standard with gentle treatment and a eco-friendly, natural product. Magnificent cleaning results TANNEX® TERGEO offers pretreatment performance for H2O2 bleaching that reaches the highest standards by using very gentle treatment. This results in the same or even better degree of optical bright by minimal loss of weight and strength. Also TANNEX® TERGEO offers lubrification and running properties that enable unheard of uniformity of the substrate after bleeching.

An eco-friendly alternative Clay is a natural product that replaces a significant amount of chemicals. Excavating and processing it costs just a fraction of the energy that’s needed for producing oil-based products. This ensures a very low carbon footprint. Minimized processing costs TANNEX® TERGEO is a high performance mineral that offers detergency, wetting, sequestering, stabilization and lubrication in one single product. This not only enables right first time and low substrate loss, TANNEX® TERGEO also keeps machines cleaner.

TANATEX becomes global distributor for Fresche Bioscience’s anti-microbial textile solutions

TANATEX Chemicals, a global leader in textile chemical solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Fresche Bioscience, a pioneering developer of high-performance anti-microbial technologies. Under this agreement, TANATEX will serve as a global distributor for Fresche Bioscience’s eco-friendly anti-microbial treatments, designed specifically for the textile industry.

DyStar releases FY2025 sustainability report, marking a new milestone towards its 2030 targets

DyStar, a leading specialty chemicals company with more than a century of expertise in product development and innovation, today announced the release of its FY2025 Sustainability Report, marking a significant milestone in its sustainability journey and reinforcing its commitment to long-term value creation.

SOKO presents low-impact denim finishing innovations at Denim PV Milan

SOKO will present a range of sustainable denim finishing technologies and collaborative projects at the upcoming Denim Première Vision Milan on 20–21 May in Milan. At booth G27 in Superstudio Più, the company will showcase new chemical solutions designed to combine fashionable denim effects with reduced environmental impact.

Recover™ and Ünteks Group partner to scale recycled cotton in knitwear

Recover(TM), a global producer of low‐impact, high‐quality recycled cotton fiber, announces a new partnership with Ünteks Group, a vertically integrated textile manufacturer based in Turkey. The collaboration focuses on the development of circular knit fabrics and garments, combining Recover’s recycled cotton fiber with Ünteks Group’s integrated capabilities across knitting, dyeing, printing, and garment production.

STEELTOP®: A new benchmark in flat tops for spinning preparation

Modern carding generations achieve higher production performance, placing significantly greater stress on flat tops. Higher cylinder speeds and increased fiber density, combined with tighter carding gaps, create more demanding operating conditions. At the same time, poorer raw material quality and the increased use of recycled materials further intensify these challenges. With STEELTOP®, Trützschler introduces a new full steel flat top series developed for these demanding modern carding processes.

YKK develops concept EXCELLA® zipper tape using nonwoven fabric partially derived from used clothing

YKK Corporation has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation and YKK. The concept zipper was incorporated as a material component for pieces in the newest YUIMA NAKAZATO Couture Collection, “INFERNO,” which was unveiled in Paris, France on July 8, 2026.

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris highlights evolving global sourcing landscape

From 31 August to 2 September 2026, Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris will bring together more than 1,000 international exhibitors at Paris-Le Bourget Exhibition Centre. This edition reflects the new global balance of textile and apparel sourcing, highlighting a strong diversity of sourcing countries — some unexpected.