Sustainability

In an era where eco-friendliness defines market leadership, TEGOTEX® is transforming the landscape of textile, leather, and nonwoven manufacturing. TEGOTEX® CS 0510 is a pure, 100% active ingredient with 75% bio-based content derived from RSPO-certified palm oil. Designed specifically for textile finishing, this esterquat product offers more than just exceptional softness—it represents a commitment to sustainability.

Imagine enhancing the tactile quality of your fabrics without compromising the health of our planet. When paired with DPG (REWOQUAT WE 38 DPG), TEGOTEX® CS 0510 significantly boosts biodegradability compared to traditional alternatives. Textile manufacturers adopting TEGOTEX® CS 0510 can not only achieve the highest quality and performance of luxurious finishes but also align their processes with environmentally responsible practices, meeting the growing consumer demand for sustainability.

As we journey toward a greener future in the textile industry, TEGOTEX® RL 4050 emerges as a groundbreaking Rhamnolipid-based advancement in surfactant technology. Derived from fermentation, this product is 100% bio-based and biodegradable—truly a game changer for sustainable textile manufacturing. TEGOTEX® RL 4050 is specifically engineered for scouring solutions, ensuring textiles receive the gentleness they deserve without sacrificing performance.

By integrating TEGOTEX® RL 4050 into your textile manufacturing processes, you are not just enhancing the effectiveness of your products; you are also championing a sustainable manufacturing ethos that resonates with today’s eco-conscious consumers. 

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, TEGO® Antifoam KS 53 emerges as a transformative force in the production of PVC and adhesives. This innovative defoamer is meticulously crafted from a blend of vegetable oil, silica, and organo-modified siloxanes (OMS), boasting an impressive 82% bio-based content. Designed to enhance productivity, TEGO® Antifoam KS 53 significantly reduces time and energy consumption during manufacturing processes, empowering businesses to streamline their operations without sacrificing efficiency.

Safety is paramount, especially in applications requiring stringent standards. What sets TEGO® Antifoam KS 53 apart is its food contact approval, making it a safe and reliable choice for various applications. By integrating this advanced product into your production line, you can elevate operational efficiency while aligning with your sustainability goals, contributing to a greener future. 

Meanwhile, TEGOMER® H-Si 6441 P redefines excellence in the packaging industry. This sustainable masterbatch, containing OMS on a polyethylene carrier, specifically addresses surfactant defects in plastic film production. As a sustainable alternative to long-lasting PFAS, TEGOMER® H-Si 6441 P helps reduce the environmental impact linked to conventional surfactants. By choosing TEGOMER® H-Si 6441 P, manufacturers can ensure the quality and performance of their plastic films while actively participating in the journey toward a more sustainable industry.

Together, TEGO® and TEGOMER® empower businesses to improve their manufacturing processes significantly while fostering a commitment to sustainability. Discover how these innovative products can elevate your operations and contribute to a more sustainable future in plastics and rubber production. 

In the evolving landscape of metalworking, the quest for sustainability and efficiency is leading the way. Enter TAGAT® V 20, an innovative solution derived from ethoxylated rhizinooleate sourced from castor oil. Celebrated for its exceptional emulsifying properties, TAGAT® V 20 is a trusted choice among metalworking fluids, concrete release agents, textile auxiliary formulations and pulp and paper defoamers ensuring optimal protection and performance throughout the processing journey.

What sets TAGAT® V 20 apart is its availability as a mass-balanced product with 100% bio-based content. By integrating TAGAT® V 20 into your metalworking processes, you not only benefit from a high-performing emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor but also enhance operational efficiency and align your practices with eco-friendly initiatives. As industries move toward sustainable solutions, TAGAT® V 20 stands out as a crucial additive in meeting the increasing demand for green industrial options.

Discover how TAGAT® V 20 can revolutionize your metalworking operations, offering mass balanced a pathway to enhanced performance while contributing to a sustainable future.

In the pursuit of a more sustainable future, the role of recycled materials is becoming increasingly vital. Innovative solutions like TEGO® Sorb PY 88 is a game-changer in the recycling process and the journey toward sustainable plastic manufacturing. This 90% bio-based multifunctional odor absorber is specifically designed to tackle malodors in mechanical recycling of plastics. Crafted from zinc ricinoleate, this innovative product ensures that recycled materials meet the high standards of today’s market.

Unpleasant odors can be a significant barrier to the marketability and application of recycled end-products. TEGO® Sorb PY 88 effectively eliminates these malodors, significantly enhancing the sensory properties of mechanically recycled plastics. By doing so, it makes these materials more appealing for a wider range of applications, from consumer goods to industrial uses.

By choosing TEGO® Sorb PY 88, manufacturers are not just improving the quality of their recycled products; they are also championing environmental sustainability. This product promotes the use of recycled materials in the market, aligning perfectly with the growing demand for eco-friendly solutions in plastic manufacturing.

Make the sustainable choice today with TEGO® Sorb PY 88 and elevate your recycled products while contributing to a circular economy and a more sustainable plastic manufacturing industry that protects our planet for future generations.

In the quest for sustainable construction practices, innovative solutions like SITREN® are paving the way toward greener building materials. SITREN® SRA L 220 is an advanced isononyl-started polyether, available as mass balanced option, specifically engineered to reduce post-manufacturing defects in flooring applications. This innovative shrinkage-reducing agent is formulated with low volatile organic compounds (VOCs), making it an ideal choice for enhancing indoor air quality. By minimizing shrinkage, SITREN® SRA L 220 not only extends the lifespan of flooring materials but also contributes to healthier living environments. This aligns perfectly with modern standards for health and well-being in construction, ensuring that your projects not only meet but exceed eco-conscious expectations. 

Another significant player in sustainable construction, also available as mass balanced option, is SITREN AirVoid® 330, a specialized polyether designed for defoaming applications within the concrete industry. This innovative additive excels at reducing air bubbles in concrete mixtures, resulting in enhanced durability, performance, and longevity of the finished concrete product. Plus, with its low VOC content, SITREN AirVoid® 330 supports environmentally responsible construction practices.

By incorporating SITREN AirVoid® 330 into your concrete formulations, you not only improve structural integrity but also reduce maintenance needs over time. This dual benefit supports a sustainable approach to construction, making sure that projects are both efficient and environmentally friendly. Choose our SITREN® solutions to elevate your construction projects, contributing to a sustainable future while ensuring quality and compliance with health standards. Explore how these innovative products can transform your approach to building, construction, and infrastructure.

As the agriculture industry embraces sustainability, our BREAK-THRU® solutions are leading the way in promoting eco-friendly farming practices. BREAK-THRU® SP 133, a fatty acid ester derived from polyglycerol, exemplifies this commitment. With its bio-based and biodegradable properties, this innovative formulation is specifically designed for anti-drift applications, minimizing product loss through "vanishing" into the environment. Its compatibility with microbes makes it an ideal choice for modern farming techniques that prioritize sustainability. Moreover, BREAK-THRU® SP 133 is certified by both the OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) and FiBL (The Research Institutes of Organic Agriculture), ensuring it meets the rigorous standards for organic farming.

In addition, BREAK-THRU® S 233 takes sustainability a step further. Engineered for biodegradability, this trisiloxane derivatized with polyether superpenetrant enhances the bioavailability of active ingredients within the leaf or plants, leading to reduced pesticide usage and conserving resources. Its biodegradability aligns perfectly with the growing demand for responsible agricultural solutions, and being OMRI listed affirms its compliance with organic farming standards. By adopting BREAK-THRU® S 233, farmers can effectively  minimize water consumption during application while ensuring healthier crop yields. 

Another innovative solution is BREAK-THRU® SF 420, a unique biosurfactant produced through fermentation. This biodegradable product not only enhances rain-fastness but also increases the biological efficacy of crop protection products by reducing the surface tension of water. As a result, less pesticide is required, leading to improved sustainability in agricultural practices. Approved by FiBL, BREAK-THRU SF 420 is part of a new wave of solutions that ensure sustainable farming while protecting the environment.

Choose BREAK-THRU® solutions to transform your agricultural practices and embrace a more sustainable future. Experience how these innovative products can improve crop yields while aligning with eco-friendly farming techniques.