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Asahi Kasei awarded the OK biodegradable MARINE. August,2021

【Supercategory:6. Products Subcategory:6.9 New products of 2021

 Asahi Kasei has been awarded the OK biodegradable MARINE for Bemliese. The continuous-filament cellulosic nonwoven fabric is made from cotton linter (fine fibers from cotton seeds) and contains little impurities. The sustainable fabric produced only by the company absorbs and keeps liquid well, and is applied to a wide range of products such as masks and sanitizing wipes. The certificate guarantees biodegradation in marine waters, and is issued by T?V AUSTRIA BELGIUM NV who is a Belgian certification body and develops their businesses in more than 20 countries around the world.

JCFA News Letter (No.19) August, 2021/Japan Chemical Fibers Association
Researcher ASAHI KASEI
University or institution ASAHI KASEI

Keywords

biodegradable, cotton linter, sustainable, absorbs, keeps liquid, mask