Huntsman introduces new DWRs for outerwear

Huntsman Textile Effects has introduced the new PHOBOTEX RSY non-fluorinated durable water repellent (DWR) providing rain and stain protection for high-performance outerwear. The product responds to consumers’ demand for rain-, stain- and soil-resistant qualities, as well as consumer and industry-level concerns about environmental health and worker safety.

PHOBOTEX RSY durable water repellent is based on non-fluorinated technologies and complies with the latest requirements of bluesign®, the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL), and the Restricted Substances Lists of the world’s global brands.

Fabrics treated with PHOBOTEX RSY durable water repellents are suitable for OEKO-TEX Standard 100 when applied as recommended.

Huntsman Textile Effects is a global provider of dyes and chemicals to the textile and related industries.