TPU films from Covestro certified according to OEKO-TEX(R)
Several thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) films from the Dureflex® product line of Covestro have now been certified to Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX®. The films are breathable, waterproof, tear-resistant and, above all, skin-friendly. This makes them the material of choice in sports articles and outdoor clothing, as well as in furniture and seating for cars.
In 2019, several TPU film grades under the Platilon® brand, manufactured in Europe, received OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification. This offering is now being extended to several products under the Dureflex® brand, manufactured in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, USA.
The films received certification for product class I. This applies to articles with direct skin contact for infants and young children up to three years of age. It is therefore associated with the highest requirements for the skin compatibility of the products.
Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® is a globally uniform, independent testing and certification system for textile raw, intermediate and end products at all stages of processing. The test criteria and limit values often go far beyond national and international specifications. Therefore, the certification stands for highly effective product safety.
