New deodorant clothing from Toray
Japan-based synthetic fibres and textiles manufacturer Toray Industries Inc. has developed a nanotechnology-based deodorant material for clothing. The new material, Mushon, helps to reduce perspiration odour for clothing such as sportswear and work uniforms.
Mushon can reduce up to 80% of odour generated through perspiration and maintains its effectiveness after 20 home launderings. It is particularly effective with nylon and polyester fabrics. The material was recently tested in the space uniform worn by Japanese astronaut Takao Doi during the Space Shuttle Endeavor’s mission to the International Space Station in March 2008.
Using the company’s NanoMATRIX technology, an evenly coated layer of odour eliminating and antibacterial agents are applied to the base of knitted/woven products in a post-finishing treatment. As the base of these fabrics feature the largest surface area exposed to areas of perspiration, this application process has a higher rate of success than many conventional methods. The application keeps materials smooth to the touch because of the ultra-thin membrane evenly coated on the staple fibres composing the fabric. The treated fabrics feature perspiration-wicking and quick-drying properties.
