Sensil® BodyFresh Fabrics from NILIT, a manufacturer of innovative, customised nylon (polyamide) 6.6 solutions, has demonstrated a 99.85 per cent reduction in viral activity when tested according to ISO 18184:2019 criteria against Betacoronavirus 1 (OC43), an enveloped, positive-sense, single-stranded RNA virus.
The confirmation has been received from Microbe Investigations AG (MIS) – a microbiological testing services lab.
The additives integrated into Sensil® BodyFresh yarn delivers long-lasting protection that does not deteriorate with laundering, indicating that the additive is not washed out of the fabric.
The technology was originally developed to offer anti-bacterial and anti-odour properties to the customers providing outstanding freshness.
“With these proven antiviral test results, our business partners can expand their Sensil® BodyFresh product concepts beyond comfort and aesthetics to include enhanced protection and a positive sense of well-being,” said Sagee Aran, Head of Global Marketing at NILIT.
The Sensil® BodyFresh is already being used by the leading apparel brands amongst various segments including intimates and underwear, base layer, activewear and legwear.
The use of the technology helps in controlling the microbial growth allowing fabric to stay fresher longer and require fewer launderings.
Moreover, the Sensil® BodyFresh is responsibly made at NILIT’s water- and energy-optimised facilities and meets NILIT’s Total Product Sustainability guidelines.
