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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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An alternative to PFC in breathable membranes for textiles.

Arnitel® VT, produced by DSM, is a commercial product specifically designed to have a very high breathability which makes it an alternative to PFC based breathable membranes used in textile applications. Arnitel VT is a thermo plastic co-polyester; halogen and plasticizer free, free of fluor or fluor based components and 100% recyclable. Due to its nature, Arnitel VT also has a carbon footprint which is significantly lower than fluor (PFC) based products.

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