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Devan introduces the fully biobased, biodegradable allergy control technology Purissimo® NTL.

Published: January 4, 2023
Author: TEXTILE VALUE CHAIN

RONSE, BELGIUM – Belgian textile innovator Devan Chemicals will launch Purissimo® NTL, a biobased and readily biodegradable allergen control technology, at the upcoming Heimtextil trade  show in Frankfurt (January 10-13, 2023). It is based on the well-known probiotic encapsulation technology and aims to improve the lives of people who suffer from allergies. It can be applied to  textiles during the finishing stage of the textile manufacturing process. 

Worldwide, the prevalence of allergic diseases has continued to rise in the industrialised world for more than 50  years, according to the World Health Organisation. Allergies have an impact on the quality of life and are  associated with other medical conditions. Devan is now launching Purissimo® NTL, a natural allergen control  technology that cleans up pet dander, pollen and house dust mite allergens in textiles throughout the home.  The technology is based on encapsulated probiotics, which are natural microorganisms similar in kind to those  you can find in yoghurt, cheese and other probiotic food. 

Devan has many years of experience with probiotics. The company introduced probiotics in textiles already in  2010.  

Purissimo® NTL is based on Devan’s already well-established probiotics, incorporated into a new microcapsule  shell. The shell is based on a natural crosslinked biobased polymer, which results in microcapsules that are up  to 97% biobased and readily biodegradable (OECD 301B). 

Firstly, dormant probiotic bacteria (spores) are encapsulated. The microcapsule product is then integrated into  textiles. Friction opens the capsules and releases the spores. The spores absorb humidity, self-activate and start  to multiply. The probiotic bacteria start to consume the allergens that cause allergic reactions and asthma. Due  to lower allergen concentration, individuals with respiratory allergies such as house dust mite matter, pet  allergens and pollen allergens will have milder to no symptoms and hence a better well-being feeling.  

Purissimo® NTL can be used on a wide range of textiles such as mattresses, pillows, bedcovers, blankets but also  upholstered furniture, carpets, curtains and public transportation and pet items, such as bedding. It is Oeko-tex®  compliant, has a long-lasting effect and a wash durability up to 30 washes is achievable. 

For more information, please contact Devan: [email protected].

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