BASF at partake at Intl Leather Fair in Chennai

08 Dec '09

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Basyntan: Expansion of the product range with formaldehyde free syntans
The new range of formaldehyde-free Basyntan® tanning agents offers products for all kinds of leather articles, especially regarding eco-friendly leather for examples formaldehyde reduction. These Basyntan products are based on sulfone tanning agents and offer high light fastness and heat resistance.Basyntan IS and FO are suited for filling and tightness, Basyntan AS is especially recommended for corrected grain and suede leather, while Basyntan UR is a tanning agent for universal application and clear dyeings with high levelness. Furthermore, Basyntan EF liquid offers deep and brilliant dye shades. The Basyntan product range opens up a high flexibility in article development while at the same time meeting high demands of consumer safety.

Relugan: Expansion of the product range with eco-friendly soft polymers
Relugan soft polymers by BASF solve problems for soft, full and tight leather. This expansion of the range offers the right polymer for each possible parameter. All products are free of formaldehyde, monomers and inorganic salts. The main characteristics include high light-fastness, heat resistance and good compatibility with other products: Relugan Full ES,the liquid branched polyacrylate copolymer offers a soft, round handle with a fine grain and first-rate dispersing power. Relugan Soft HF unites the positive characteristics of polymer retanning agents and fat liquors. In addition to this, Relugan Soft HF facilitates the production of washable leathers and specific light-weight leathers. Relugan FS unites the positive characteristics of both polymer and resin tanning agents and gives the leather a pleasant handle, fullness and a smooth,tight grain.

Lugafast Colorlock Technology: Coloring free of migration problems
The new Lugafast Colorlock Technology presents reactive dyes for leather with a new fastness profile that prevents the color from fading, staining and migrating. Thus, it is possible to create innovative design solutions as well as new material combinations. The application of all Lugafast reactive dyes is also simple and efficient while offering new colorful combinations with 6 different colors and unlimited shades. Lugafast colors are available as Black AN, Brown BB, Brown BC, Red RR, Yellow GG and Blue. The Lugafast® Colorlock Technology gives articles in the segments garment, footwear and accessories outstanding properties und opens up a vast array of new design options for designers.

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