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Amicor™
The Value EnhancerThai Acrylic Fibre Co. Ltd
Presentation Outline
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AboutAmicor
BenefitsofAmicor
Key applications
of Amicor
Using Amicor
Amicor in different
applications
Amicorglobalmarketingsupport
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Antimicrobial Fibre
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Value Enhancer
Anti-bacterial & Anti-fungal Fibre
• AmicorTM is a specialty anti-microbial fibre available from Thai AcrylicFibre Limited
• It was developed by Acordis (UK) in late 1990s and is protected bytwo patents
• Manufactured using patented intelligent fibre technology AmicorTM isspecifically engineered to incorporate additives into the core of fibre
• AmicorTM promises durable & long lasting anti-microbial function upto100 washes
4Fibre cross-section
Intelligent Fibre for the 21st Century
• Anti-Bacterial
• Anti-Fungal
• Anti-Dust Mites And Related Allergens
• Durable, Long Lasting Action
• Gentle, Safe and Soft
• Applicable to All Textile Applications
• Quality Assured
• Clearly Branded and Identified
• Worldwide Marketing Support
• Dyeable to brightest and most delicate shades
Key Benefits of AmicorTM
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Denims
Using AmicorTM
• AmicorTM is available as a staple fibre or as a continuous tow
• AmicorTM is a blend fibre that needs to be used at between20% and 30% of the composition of the article
• AmicorTM can be converted into products by all conventionaltechniques- yarn spinning, nonwoven processes
• AmicorTM dyes and finishes like a regular acrylic fibre/yarn
• AmicorTM offers exceptional durability – up to 100 washes
20%-30% Amicor
Other Composition
Amicor Product
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AmicorTM in Action
• AmicorTM creates a pure zone product
• It enables products to provide protection from Bacteria/ Fungiand Dust mite allergens
• AmicorTM is a product supported by scientific studies &international testing standards
Does the AmicorTM technology work?
Effective Amicor Protection after Washing8
AmicorTM in Action
• How do we test the anti-microbialperformance of AmicorTM
products?
• Anti-microbial testing byInternationally recognizedprotocols
JISL 1902:2002 against Staphylococcusaureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae
Does the AmicorTM technology work?
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We can also test AmicorTM for effectiveness against other bacteria/fungii upon request
• ‘Seal of Approval’ from the British Allergy Foundation
• Oeko Tex Standard 100 Class 1 Certified
• REACH SVHC Certified
• Fully complaint with BPR legislation
International Accreditations
Amicor™ is Independently Endorsed and Fully Compliant with European Legislation
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Creu RojaEndorsement
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AmicorTM In Beds & Bedding
• The average person spends as much as one-third of their lifetime inbed
• Hence, it is very important to ensure a safe environment inbedrooms
• AmicorTM ensures a fresh & safe bed feeling every time, every singletime of its use
• AmicorTM helps to prevent fungal spores from developing which inturn helps to prevent dust mites from colonizing the bedding article
• These two factors reduce allergens from building up in the beddingarticle
• AmicorTM assures complete sleep protection for you & your family
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AmicorTM in Beddings
For a Fresh & Healthy Sleep
AmicorTM in Action
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AmicorTM Disrupts House mite Colonization
AmicorTM disrupts food chain of House Dust mites and prevents colonization
Life cycle of Dust mites
AmicorTM in Beddings
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Wide Range of Product Possibility
Pillow & Pillow Protectors
Mattress/ Mattress Protectors/Ticking
Fabrics
Blankets & Quilts Bedsheets
Baby Beddings
Amicor in Denims
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Amicor in Denims
Keeps Denims Fresh - Lifelong
Prevents Bacterial
Odour
Reduces Microbial
Contamination
Washable & Durable
Gentle to skin
Safe For Children
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An exciting twist to create all day fresh denims..
Amicor in Denims
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Prevents odor & irritation
Ensures long lasting freshness
Low probability of allergy
An opportunity to create a new product genre
Perfect for KIDS denims
Perfect for college students
Perfect for
specialty denims
Amicor in Denims
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Antibacterial efficacy of denims containing AmicorTM
Number of Washes
Reduction in bacteriaStaphylococcus aureus Klebsiella pneumoniae
20 >99.95% >99.98%
50 >99.95% >99.98%
100 >99.95% >99.98%
Cotton-Amicor Denim
Test method: JISL 1902 : 2008Sample parameters: Cotton Amicor 70/30- Warp: 100% Cotton
Weft: 100% Amicor
TEST RESULTS
Amicor: The Better Option
• Limitations of topical finish– Durability (Normally 10 -20 washes)
– Non-uniformity of application
– Topical applications are sometimes not compatible with garment finishes
– Rough Fabric Feel
• Advantages of Amicor– Long durability as active ingredients are embedded inside the
fibre (Upto 100 washes)
– Uniformity of the application
– Compatible with all types of garment finishes except coatings. 19
AmicorTM Technology vs. Topical Finishes
Jackets
Socks
Blankets
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AmicorTM
In Military & Defense Applications
• AmicorTM is a specialty fibre highly effective in socks due to its anti-bacterial & anti-fungal properties
• Amicor’s anti-bacterial property prevents the ODOR caused bybacterial growth inside the socks & shoes ensuring irritation freeprolonged use
• AmicorTM also helps to prevent fungal spores from developing in socksand shoes which have been known to cause diseases such asAthletes foot
• As a result of Amicor’s special properties, fungi* & odor bacteria arenot able to take hold on your feet especially toes
• AmicorTM assures an odor & irritation free experience in socks.
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AmicorTM in Military Socks
Perfect for Maintaining Healthy Feet
* Effective against Fungi that causes Athlete’s Foot
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AmicorTM in Military Socks
Mode of Action
Gentle
•Feels next to skin
Fresh & Durable
•Prolongs usage
Reduces odor
•Eliminates bacterial odor
Reduces Irritation*
•Effective against Athletes foot
Safe & soft
•No microbial contamination
* Effective against Fungi that causes Athlete’s Foot
Athletes Foot Healthy Foot with AMICOR
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Innerwear & Legwear
with Amicor™
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AmicorTM in Inners
Mode of Action
Gentle
•Feels next to skin
Fresh & Durable
•Prolongs usage
Reduces odor
•Eliminates bacterial odor
Safe & soft
•No microbial contamination
AmicorTM is highly effective for making baby innerwears
AmicorTM In Carpets & Rugs
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AmicorTM in Carpets
Global Rise In Asthma
One in 8 adults affected One in 5 children affected
WHO also predicts a rise in these numbers from 1 to 3
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Highest Asthma Attack
Prevalence
Statistics
United Kingdom Australia New Zealand
10-20%population
20%population
Globally attack numbers are I N C R E A S I N G ! !
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AmicorTM in Carpets
• AmicorTM makes carpets safer & healthier
• As indicated by WHO study HDM(House dust mites) allergens are themajor cause of asthma globally
• With statistics indicating a global rise in asthma attack numbers,AmicorTM is a perfect choice for ensuring healthy & fresh carpets
Perfect For Health & Freshness
• House dust mite allergens are microscopic organisms
• They dwell in warm & humid conditions, away from sunlight
• Normally present in millions in carpets
• Inhalation of their droppings by babies & adults can lead to Der
P1 allergen sensitization
•Over 70% of asthma allergies are due to HDM allergens
House Dust Mites – The Key Allergy Sensitizer
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AmicorTM in Action
Prevention of House Dust Mites (Der P1 Allergen)
Alternatives for managing Der P1 Allergen
Hardwood Floors Carpets
Acaricide Vacuum Cleaning
Disruption of food chain
Kills Temporary removal
Prevents colonization
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AmicorTM for Hygienic Hotel Towels
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AmicorTM in Hotel Towels
Keeps the Towel fresh ; Saves the environment too
• Hotel chains across the world areincreasingly encouraging customers toreuse their towels.
• Hanging wet towels inside closed hotel-rooms, lead to bad smell , cotton beingperfect breeding gound for bacterias.
• Amicor- Cotton towels are highlyeffective controlling bacterial growththus keeps the towel fresh and hygienic.
AmicorTM Brand Control/Licensing
• This testing is done by Independent labs using the agreedInternational protocols
• Test results and Product approval certificate sent to customerbefore swing tags are issued
Customer applies for
a brand license
1Amicor tests product
for anti-microbial effectiveness2
•Test results shared
•Brand swing tags issued to customer
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Hangtag ProgramWorldwide Marketing & Branding Support
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