Teijin Licenses Development Of Purity? Fibers, Marks Eco Circle Milestone
[2008-12-23 17:04:53]
Teijin Licenses Development Of Purity? Fibers, Marks Eco Circle Milestone
Teijin Limited announced today that it has begun licensing the development of products made with
its PURITY? polyester polymer, a product free of antimony and other heavy metals and made with a
proprietary polymerization catalyst that Teijin developed in 2001.
Besides containing no heavy metals (defined by Teijin as elements with specific gravity of 5.0 or greater and subject to control under Japan's Pollutant Release and Transfer Register Regulation), PURITY? polyester polymers offer appearance comparable to that of traditional polyester fibers created with heavy metals.
Last year, Teijin Fibers Limited began taking steps to license PURITY? to environmentally conscious synthetic-fiber manufacturers and PET bottle resin manufacturers in Japan and abroad. The first technical license agreement was reached in July this year with one of Asia's largest manufacturers of polyester for the production of PET bottle resin. The two parties have also reached a basic license agreement for the production of fiber polymers.
In pursuit of further collaboration, they are now working on an OEM agreement for the production of PET bottle resin and polyester fiber consigned to the Teijin Group.
Teijin will now pursue PURITY? licensing agreements worldwide, focusing on widespread adoption of this low-impact technology by environmentally conscious manufacturers.
Polyester fibers in general do not contain harmful elements such as chlorine, nor do they generate dioxin and other substances when incinerated. They also can be recycled, making them especially green. Added to these qualities, PURITY? offers the following advantages:
- Created with a proprietary titanium polymer catalyst, making it free of heavy metals.
- Enables the same level of quality as that of products made from catalysts containing heavy or rare metals.
- Adds greater transparency to polyester products.
- Offers a film surface greater smoothness.
- When used for PET bottles, the flavor of content is less influenced because of the lower acetaldehyde compared to that of conventional products.
Heavy metals generally are highly toxic and place a great burden on the environment. The majority of heavy metals are controlled by Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (PRTR) Regulation, like other chemical elements and compounds that negatively affect the human body and the earth's ecosystem.
Teijin selected titanium, which is not controlled by PRTR Regulation, for the polyester polymerization catalyst used to create PURITY?. Titanium, the seventh most abundant element on earth, is used in dental treatments and cosmetics because of its low impact on the human body, as well as the earth's ecosystem. Disposal of titanium by burning does not produce toxic substances. Titanium is available in stable supply and at reasonable cost, and it is safe. Clearly, it is the best catalyst for polymerization.
The Teijin Group now plans to expand licensed production in Asia, Europe and North America, aiming at PURITY? accounting for 10% of global polyester consumption by 2015. Global polyester consumption currently stands at 68 million tons per year, according to PCI Xylenes & Polyester's World Supply & Demand Report.
In addition Teijin Fibers Limited announced that ECO CIRCLE(r), a closed-loop recycling system for used polyester products that employs unprecedented chemical recycling technology, has welcomed its 100th company as a registered participant. Since its launch in 2002, ECO CIRCLE(r) has been participated by companies that share a commitment to promoting progressive environmental activities through product development, collection of used materials and recycling.
While the original focus of ECO CIRCLE(r) was on recycling uniforms and interior materials, the initiative was expanded through collaborations in 2005 with Patagonia Inc., a leading U.S. outdoor gear manufacturer, and fashion wear manufacturers in 2006. Overseas members have increased since 2007 and now include major manufacturers such as Mountain Equipment Co-op in Canada and Quiksilver in France.
Products within the scope of ECO CIRCLE(r) now include eco bags, which was introduced in 2006. Teijin Fibers has also been raising consumer awareness of recycling by promoting ECO CIRCLE(r) at major music and sports events.
With overseas companies currently accounting for only about 10% of total membership, Teijin Fibers hopes to expand their presence through more international collaborations. There also are plans to expand the product scope of the members. Currently, about 40 members deal in uniforms, 20 school gym clothes, 10 interior items, 10 sportswear and fashion wear and 20 bags and materials. In the future, however, the plan is to target not only clothing companies, but also makers of a wide range of other products.
About ECOCIRCLE(r)
Developed by Teijin Fibers, ECO CIRCLE(r) is a closed-loop recycling system for used polyester products. The system employs the world's first technology for chemical recycling, which chemically decomposes polyester for conversion into new polyester raw materials that offer purity comparable to those derived from petroleum. Teijin Fibers cooperates with registered apparel and
sportswear manufacturers worldwide for the development and manufacture of products made from recyclable materials, as well as to collect and recycle these products at the end of their useful lives. Compared to developing polyester materials from petroleum, this repeatable recycling system reduces energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 80% each. For details, please visit: http://www.ecocircle.jp/index_e.html
November 12, 2008
Press Release Courtesy of Teijin
Besides containing no heavy metals (defined by Teijin as elements with specific gravity of 5.0 or greater and subject to control under Japan's Pollutant Release and Transfer Register Regulation), PURITY? polyester polymers offer appearance comparable to that of traditional polyester fibers created with heavy metals.
Last year, Teijin Fibers Limited began taking steps to license PURITY? to environmentally conscious synthetic-fiber manufacturers and PET bottle resin manufacturers in Japan and abroad. The first technical license agreement was reached in July this year with one of Asia's largest manufacturers of polyester for the production of PET bottle resin. The two parties have also reached a basic license agreement for the production of fiber polymers.
In pursuit of further collaboration, they are now working on an OEM agreement for the production of PET bottle resin and polyester fiber consigned to the Teijin Group.
Teijin will now pursue PURITY? licensing agreements worldwide, focusing on widespread adoption of this low-impact technology by environmentally conscious manufacturers.
Polyester fibers in general do not contain harmful elements such as chlorine, nor do they generate dioxin and other substances when incinerated. They also can be recycled, making them especially green. Added to these qualities, PURITY? offers the following advantages:
- Created with a proprietary titanium polymer catalyst, making it free of heavy metals.
- Enables the same level of quality as that of products made from catalysts containing heavy or rare metals.
- Adds greater transparency to polyester products.
- Offers a film surface greater smoothness.
- When used for PET bottles, the flavor of content is less influenced because of the lower acetaldehyde compared to that of conventional products.
Heavy metals generally are highly toxic and place a great burden on the environment. The majority of heavy metals are controlled by Pollutant Release and Transfer Register (PRTR) Regulation, like other chemical elements and compounds that negatively affect the human body and the earth's ecosystem.
Teijin selected titanium, which is not controlled by PRTR Regulation, for the polyester polymerization catalyst used to create PURITY?. Titanium, the seventh most abundant element on earth, is used in dental treatments and cosmetics because of its low impact on the human body, as well as the earth's ecosystem. Disposal of titanium by burning does not produce toxic substances. Titanium is available in stable supply and at reasonable cost, and it is safe. Clearly, it is the best catalyst for polymerization.
The Teijin Group now plans to expand licensed production in Asia, Europe and North America, aiming at PURITY? accounting for 10% of global polyester consumption by 2015. Global polyester consumption currently stands at 68 million tons per year, according to PCI Xylenes & Polyester's World Supply & Demand Report.
In addition Teijin Fibers Limited announced that ECO CIRCLE(r), a closed-loop recycling system for used polyester products that employs unprecedented chemical recycling technology, has welcomed its 100th company as a registered participant. Since its launch in 2002, ECO CIRCLE(r) has been participated by companies that share a commitment to promoting progressive environmental activities through product development, collection of used materials and recycling.
While the original focus of ECO CIRCLE(r) was on recycling uniforms and interior materials, the initiative was expanded through collaborations in 2005 with Patagonia Inc., a leading U.S. outdoor gear manufacturer, and fashion wear manufacturers in 2006. Overseas members have increased since 2007 and now include major manufacturers such as Mountain Equipment Co-op in Canada and Quiksilver in France.
Products within the scope of ECO CIRCLE(r) now include eco bags, which was introduced in 2006. Teijin Fibers has also been raising consumer awareness of recycling by promoting ECO CIRCLE(r) at major music and sports events.
With overseas companies currently accounting for only about 10% of total membership, Teijin Fibers hopes to expand their presence through more international collaborations. There also are plans to expand the product scope of the members. Currently, about 40 members deal in uniforms, 20 school gym clothes, 10 interior items, 10 sportswear and fashion wear and 20 bags and materials. In the future, however, the plan is to target not only clothing companies, but also makers of a wide range of other products.
About ECOCIRCLE(r)
Developed by Teijin Fibers, ECO CIRCLE(r) is a closed-loop recycling system for used polyester products. The system employs the world's first technology for chemical recycling, which chemically decomposes polyester for conversion into new polyester raw materials that offer purity comparable to those derived from petroleum. Teijin Fibers cooperates with registered apparel and
sportswear manufacturers worldwide for the development and manufacture of products made from recyclable materials, as well as to collect and recycle these products at the end of their useful lives. Compared to developing polyester materials from petroleum, this repeatable recycling system reduces energy consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 80% each. For details, please visit: http://www.ecocircle.jp/index_e.html
November 12, 2008
Press Release Courtesy of Teijin
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