Safety first for Tencel

Lenzing Tencel has become the first fibre to be medically tested according to the extremely stringent FKT test methods for body compatibility and toxic substances. 

As such it is now able to carry the FKT label, ‘Medically Tested – Tested For Toxins’ – an additional assurance that may prove persuasive for various nonwoven products on the market. 

“The FKT label is a reliable quality characteristic for strictly scientific and independently tested textiles,” said Dr Michael Doser of FKT, at a press conference held at last week’s Heimtextil home textile show in Frankfurt. “FKT awards the reliable quality label to textiles that don’t release any chemicals which may irritate the skin or damage a person’s health. A unique combination of tests for harmful substances and for sensitive effect-based body compatibility are carried out to provide double tested safety. The manufacturers of high-quality textiles use this scientific certification to verify their quality standards and build a high degree of confidence with their end customers.

“These testing standards ensure that Tencel fibre meets the strictest skin compatibility tests in line with the approval criteria for medical devices. This generates trust and transparency for the end consumer and offers considerable influence when it comes to purchasing decisions.”