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Korean textile-maker focuses on digital printing with Huntsman tie-up

30/03/2015
Korean textile-maker focuses on digital printing with Huntsman tie-up
Korean textile exporter Daechun has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Huntsman Textile Effects under which the chemical group will help to streamline operations and train technical staff at its textile mill in Gyunggi Province.

Daechun has adopted Huntsman technologies including the NOVACRON P reactive inks for textile printing and the CLARITE ONE all-in-one pre-treatment for peroxide bleaching.
Daechun is seeking optimise its chemical management processes and set up a waste print paste system.

Mr. DK Kim, president of Daechun, said: “As a major producer of high-quality textiles for global markets, we continuously develop new products and look for new ways to meet the highest environmental standards. Our investments in digital printing technology and our commitment to organic materials and eco-friendly inks and dyes illustrate our approach. With Huntsman Textile Effects as our innovation partner, we are now going even further in adopting sustainability best practice to achieve an even cleaner supply chain.”

Korea’s textiles and apparel export value stood at $15.9 billion in 2014, accounting for 2.8% of total exports, according to the Korea International Trade Association.

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