FLUORINE FREE WATER REPELLENT

Careguard-FF & Ecoguard-SYN (Conc)

Water repellent finishes historically have been achieved with per-

fluorinated chemicals (PFCs) which contain a polymer of long-
chain perfluoroalkyl groups. These fluorinated polymers often
contain trace level of perfluoroalkyl acids (PFAAs). PFAAs
includes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluoroctane
sulfonate (PFOS). These products are toxic and of high concern.
Solutions from SAREX:
Sarex has developed new innovative ecofriendly fluorine free durable water-repellents
Careguard-FF and Ecoguard-SYN (Conc). These products offers water repellency to fabrics
similar to that of C6-based fluorochemical used in outdoor, leisure and sportswear.
Unique Features of Careguard-FF and Ecoguard-SYN (Conc)
 Fluorine free product for water repellency
 Fulfills requirements of leading retailers viz. M&S and H&M
 Suitable for cotton, polyester and their blends
 Performance is very close to C6 fluorochemical with respect to water repellency
 Spray rating of 90-100 can be achieved on 100% cellulosic fabrics
 Imparts sew ability and also provides better resistance to abrasion and tear

Water Contact Angle

Careguard-FF on Cotton (108o) Ecoguard-SYN (Conc) on Polyester (121o)
 Spray test (AATCC 22)

Untreated 100% Cotton Treated with Careguard-FF

Untreated 100% Polyester Treated with Ecoguard-SYN (Conc)