Oeko-Tex announces new regulations for 2018
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he existing guidelines of the Oeko-Tex product portfolio were updated at the beginning of January and will come into effect on April 1.
The most important changes are as follows: ● Detox to Zero by Oeko-Tex
Thanks to the comparability of the Detox to Zero MRSL with the valid MRSL for the STeP by Oeko-Tex certification, Detox to Zero can be fully integrated into STeP. Detox to Zero customers can convert to STeP at any time. The restructuring of the Detox to Zero assessment tool and status report improves usability and clarity.
● Eco Passport by Oeko-Tex
The ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) initiative accepts the Eco Passport by Oeko-Tex as an indicator of conformity with their MRSL. Upon approval, companies can have their products certified by Eco Passport listed in the Oeko-Tex Buying Guide. Bisphenol A is among the new substances to be recorded by Eco Passport. Other new included substances are additional alkylphenols (pentyl- and heptylphenol) and the aromatic amine aniline. You can now list up to five products from different categories on an Eco Passport certificate.
Another new update: now not only manufacturers of chemicals receive an Eco Passport certificate for their products, but also retailers and importers of chemicals distributed by them can certify their chemicals under certain conditions.
● Made in Green by Oeko-Tex
The minimum requirements and criteria for awarding the Made in Green by Oeko-Tex product label have been updated. Advantages of the new definition are: improved comprehensibility and less time for label attainment.
● Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex
The newly recorded harmful substances in the Standard 100 criteria catalogue are phenol, bisphenol A, the aromatic amine aniline as well as the additional alkylphenols, pentyl- and heptylphenol. The Oeko-Tex Association now places the substance quinoline under observation. Amended limit values also apply for short-chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCP) and ortho-phenylphenol (OPP). As of April 1, Oeko-Tex plans to integrate the testing of organic cotton products for genetically modified organisms (GMO) into Standard 100.
● STeP by Oeko-Tex The scope of STeP assessments for the survey of required company data is significantly reduced by condensing the questionnaire. The integration of Detox to Zero allows now to issue the STeP certificate and the status report additional with information on Detox to Zero.
Result donates kit to Sunderland Rangers FC S
underland Rangers FCʼs entire kidʼs team and coaches have received jackets and beanies from Result Clothing.
Part of Resultʼs YOUTH & JUNIOR range, the showerproof and windproof R233J Padded Jacket is super soft, lightweight and warm; ideal for keeping active kids warm in the outdoors this winter. The kidsʼ style is available in black/orange, navy/lime, royal/navy, and new navy and black colours in sizes 2XS to 2XL, while the menʼs R233M style is available in sizes XS- XL in royal/navy, navy/lime and black/orange, navy and black and in 4XL in black and navy only.
Keeping heads warm, Resultʼs RC031X CORE Softex Beanie is a lightweight knitted ready-to-brand hat. Knitted with double thickness for warmth, the oversized style beanie is super soft and available in 25 shades to match every team colour combination. Managing director for Result, David Sanders- Smith said: “Result places great value on the time and energy so willingly given by all those
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● Leather Standard by Oeko-Tex Bisphenol A, the aromatic amine aniline and other alkylphenols (pentyl- and heptylphenol) are now recorded as part of the Leather Standard.
releases new body-mapping micro fleece jacket
The new jacket T
he new body-mapping fleece jacket from Snickers takes working comfort and good looks on site to a whole new level. Itʼs advanced workwear made from a stretchable micro fleece fabric with an advanced body-mapping design – just the job for the fast paced professional, whoʼs always on the go. Warm, light and flexible, the jacket is made from a quick- drying AIS (Advanced Insulation System) material, which is high-functionality and ideal as warm first layer garment or lighter second layer protection.
The jacket delivers an The team in their new outerwear
at grass roots level sports and to show our appreciation we decided to donate a number of our jackets and hats to the team to keep players and coaches warm during training in the winter months. Both items are tag-free and ready to brand also, meaning the club can easily customise them with their own logo; truly making them their own.”
Sunderland Rangers FC said: “We canʼt thank Result enough for this gracious offer and it means the world to the players. Thank you so much!”
effective balance of insulation where it matters and ventilation for the body when itʼs needed. Whatʼs more, with its innovative natural anti- odour treated and quick- drying fabric, itʼll keep wearers dry, fresh and comfortable all day long Added to its good looks, it has a checked fleece lining for enhanced breathability and mesh fabric in armpits for extra ventilation, plus a zipped arm pocket for added convenience and a high collar for extra warmth and protection.
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