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Gore expands use of PFAS-free membrane

September 28, 2022

Oscar Edwards

ELKTON – Outdoor fabric manufacturer Gore has announced the expansion of the use of its new PFAS-free waterproof membrane to more Gore-Tex products for the autumn/winter season.

Launched a year ago, Gore’s expanded polyethylene (ePE) membrane was developed to replace potentially harmful PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in its products.

PFAS – dubbed ‘forever chemicals’ for their durability in the environment – are widely used in water- and stain-proof coatings for textiles but have been linked to major health risks including liver damage, thyroid disease and cancer.

This article is republished from EcoTextile News under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.

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