In an effort to raise the bar in achieving Avery's sustainability goals,  we recognized a need in the footwear market for a water repellent treatment free of PFC's (Perfluorinated chemicals, the group of toxic chemicals that includes PFOA and PFOS and other per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs)

MY ROLL

• Market research• Business development and customer outreach

• Product development and testing

• Commercialization and product launch materials

NON-FLUORINATED DURABLE WATER REPELLENT by Avery Dennison, IT.

Water repellent, rainproof finishing of cellulose, synthetic fibers and their blends.

• Resin based proprietary formula developed with Huntsman product for our woven fabric

.• Contains zero PFC's (Perfluorinated Chemicals)• Completely undetectable. Feels like untreated fabric

• No smell

• Passed RSL and wicking test for the Outdoor footwear category. With a maximum passing score no more than 13mm, our treatment scored a 5 mm and under on 100% Polyester fabric.  

• Bath process: Textiles are submerged in a bath for full penetration (not sprayed) textiles are dried and rolled for shipment.

• Currently only available at our Avery Dennison locationin Ancarano Italy