Innovation

Improving Products and Productivity

Huntsman Textile Effects drives innovation through our world-class Research & Technology facilities, production plants and consultancy services. We focus on meeting the needs of customers with cost-effective solutions that support them to maximize competitiveness and minimize environmental impact.

Our innovative dyes and chemicals consistently produce right-first-time results and help to optimize and shorten the manufacturing process. As a result, our customers can save costs, enhance productivity, reduce waste and conserve water and energy.

1,100+ active patents
30 innovative products released each year
5% of sales revenue spent on innovation
25% of products less than 5 years old

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Innovation In Action

AVITERA^® SE

Revolutionary range of poly-reactive dyes for cellulosic fibers and their blends
Up to 50% less water and energy, and up to 20% less salt, used during dyeing
Highest reproducibility in the shortest time for increased productivity
Covers the entire shade gamut from the palest to the deepest and darkest shades
2014 ICIS Innovation Awards: overall winner and Innovation with Best Benefit to Environment or Sustainability Award
2013 Environmental Leader Technology Reviews: 5-stars rating for Excellence in Technology and Innovation

PHOBOTEX^® SE
	Advanced range of fluorine-free hydro polymers developed to allow fabrics to provide rain protection and stain management Suitable for a wide range of textile end uses: rainwear, active wear, workwear, technical fabrics (awnings, tarpaulins, boat covers, outdoor furnishings, shower curtains) Complements the PHOBOL^® CP range of short-chain C6 chemistry products

Digital Inks
	Market-leading NOVACRON^®, LANASET^®, TERASIL^®, LYOSPERSE^® and ERIOFAST^® inks certified by the major print head manufacturers Vivid colors; high visibility Outstanding durability against heat and light Excellent stability, runnability and reproducibility Suitable for a wide variety of end uses in the apparel and fashion, swimwear, home textiles, signage and automotive sectors