Nylon 6 and 6.6 yarns with integrated antibacterial technology
In the development of sports and technical garments, the build‑up of bacteria and the emergence of unpleasant odours are among the greatest challenges.
XTRA‑ACTIVE FRESH is our Nylon 6 and Nylon 6.6 solution designed to deliver long‑lasting freshness by acting directly on the textile surface to inhibit the proliferation of odour‑causing bacteria.
The effectiveness of XTRA‑ACTIVE FRESH does not rely on surface finishes that are lost through washing. We use a functional additive based on silver ions, which is integrated directly into the polymer during the spinning process.
This deep‑integration technology ensures that antibacterial performance becomes a structural part of the fibre, guaranteeing consistent effectiveness over time.
Key benefits
Effective odour control: significantly reduces the growth of bacteria responsible for generating unpleasant odours in textile structures.
Prolonged freshness: helps keep the garment feeling clean and comfortable during periods of intensive and demanding use.
Proven wash durability: antibacterial performance remains at highly effective levels even after 50 washes at 40 °C, significantly outperforming conventional treatments.
Intrinsic functionality: the incorporated additive does not alter the processability, softness or the inherent mechanical properties of nylon.
Technical performance and regulatory compliance
To ensure maximum safety and confidence for our customers, XTRA‑ACTIVE FRESH is supported by rigorous testing and complies with the most demanding European regulations:
Tested efficacy: tested in accordance with ISO 20743 (evaluation of antibacterial activity in textile products) against strains such as Staphylococcus aureus.
Nanomaterials‑free: the additive used does not contain nanomaterials, in accordance with the applicable EU definition.
Chemical safety: fully compliant with REACH regulation and the requirements for biocides in treated articles (EU BPR 528/2012).
Important legal note: this treated article is designed to protect the textile and limit the bacteria that cause unpleasant odours; it is not intended to protect the end user against pathogens or diseases.
PRODUCT RANGE AND COMFORT SYNERGIES
XTRA‑ACTIVE FRESH offers great versatility for the design of all types of garments:
Availability: nylon 6 (PA6) and nylon 6.6.
Yarn count range: from 22 dtex to 156 dtex (please contact our team for specific counts).
Multi‑technology combination: to maximise performance, XTRA‑ACTIVE FRESH can be combined with the special cross‑sections of our XTRA‑COMFORT family. It combines anti‑odour hygiene with thermal insulation (XTRA‑THERMIC), extreme moisture management (XTRA‑DRY) or a cooling effect (XTRA‑COOL).
