INSQIN®: Enabling a new era of more sustainable coated textiles

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Inspired by performance and aspiring to a more circular economy

Produced at state-of-the-art facilities with low VOC impact on the environment, INSQIN® waterborne PU delivers consistent qualities sought by sports and outdoor brand owners and consumers. The technology offers unlimited possibilities in terms of color, pattern, effects and hand feel. It is extremely soft, lightweight, durable and fully washable, and at the same time economical in cost.

Our material solutions, including partly bio-based or bio-degradable alternatives, are an answer to society’ s growing interest in the circular economy. Waterborne PU synthetics, made possible by our INSQIN® technology are safer, cleaner and have a lower carbon footprint than traditional coating technologies. The INSQIN® portfolio includes partly bio-based and bio degradable raw material options that reduce the consumption of finite resources and contribute to more circular economy.

Innovative solution for automotive interiors

Become future-proof with us. Our OEM partners not only benefit from the strong differentiation potential offered by our INSQIN® technology, but also from our 80-year legacy in innovation, and proven track record in the automotive industry.

Our INSQIN® waterborne PU technology enables flexible, adaptable and durable materials that offer a premium look and feel. These qualities empower performance in even the thinnest layer, while enabling more sustainability and providing inspiration for material applications.

Excellent performance for sportswear and outdoor gear

Inspiration is the magic that creates game-changing innovative ideas. To meet the tough challenges in the industry, Covestro has introduced INSQIN® waterborne PU: a new generation of polyurethane (PU) technology for textile performance coatings that can offer breathability, a soft touch and water resistance to fabrics in the sports and outdoor industry.

A variety of needs, a variety of possibilities – unlocked by INSQIN® technical textiles

Technical textiles cover a range of coatings applications. Discover how to leverage INSQIN® for your specific needs: With R&D efforts and thoughtful product development under the INSQIN® roof, we contribute to help markets prosper and grow.

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  Yarn coating

  INSQIN® PUDs are suitable to be coated on yarns (i.e. formulate with color pigments) and then the yarns can be used to weave fabrics.It can offer color effect without dyestuff, and improves abrasion resistance.

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  Glove dipping

  INSQIN® PUDs are suitable for protective glove dipping. It provides soft and elastic handle while improves abrasion resistance, and compatibility with NBR. For disposable gloves, INSQIN® PUDs can provide a dry and smooth inner surface that is easier to wear and to take off.

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  Electronic devices’

  INSQIN® PUDs are suitable to be used as to coat electronic devices’ surfaces. e.g. PU synthetics for headphone earmuffs, or PU coated- or dipped surface material covers or keyboards. Provide comfortable handle, fashionable outlook, while protect the surface.

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  Conveyer belts

  Coating on top of conveyor belts. Conveyor belts made of different materials normally need a top coat. Environmentally-friendly INSQIN® PUD are often been chosen due to its good adhesion, durable performance.

Our accessibility

The Covestro global textile team maintains a close proximity and accessibility to the coated fabrics supply chain, in order to lead joint development projects and recommend new materials. Our network, consisting of 33 production sites, 8 global plants and 3 innovation hubs across Europe, Asia and the U.S., ensures a stable supply of high quality products, technologies and services around the world.

*The product was tested for biodegradability according to the CO₂-Evolution Test (OECD Test standard 301) and shows a degradation of above 50% in 28 days.

Key benefits

• Premium perceptual quality:

  INSQIN® enables a wide range of colors, patterns and a very smooth hand feel.

• More sustainable:

  Low-VOC waterborne coatings consume less water and have lower emissions; partly bio-based and bio-degradable PU contribute to the progress of circular economy.

• High performance:

  INSQIN® waterborne PU coating technologies deliver superb durability, elasticity and flexibility.

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