Cupron

Antimicrobial Embedded Copper Yarns

Antimicrobial Embedded Copper Yarns

Customized Range of Antimicrobial Performance

Cupron offers polyester yarns embedded with our proprietary antimicrobial additives. Cupron PET yarn offers a unique advantage with its proven antimicrobial properties, backed by a public health claim registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Reg. # 84542-10, 84542-11. This technology is designed to actively reduce the presence of harmful athlete’s food fungus on fabric surfaces, making it ideal for use in applications where hygiene and safety are critical. Cupron’s innovative approach ensures long-lasting antimicrobial efficacy, providing peace of mind for consumers and industries alike. The EPA registered public health claims include but not limited to:

  • Cupron enhanced fibers/fabric will kill 99.9% of T. mentagrophytes (athlete’s foot fungus) after 12 hours of contact with sock.
  • Cupron enhanced fibers/fabric prevent(s) the growth of 99.9% of T. mentagrophytes, athlete’s foot fungus, on the shoe insert.
  • Cupron enhanced fibers/fabric significantly reduce(s) 99.9% of T. mentagrophytes, the fungus that cause athlete’s foot and jock itch.

antimicrobial yarns

Depending on your needs, the formula of these yarns can be tailored to provide a broad spectrum of antimicrobial performance, offering protection against odor, mold, and mildew for everyday applications with a focus on hygiene, aesthetics, and cost-effective solutions. Made with our proprietary formulations, these yarns are Cupron Enhanced™, ensuring reliable and long-lasting antimicrobial efficacy.

As a company committed to the performance of our products, Cupron EnhancedTM yarns offer validated anti-odor claims that are registered with the EPA, Reg. # 84542-10, 84542-11. The anti-odor functionality on Cupron yarns and fabrics are rigorously tested in certified laboratories, with the claim languages reviewed and approved by the EPA. Examples of EPA-approved anti-odor claims include:

  • Prevents and kill odor causing bacteria on the product
  • Guards against odors caused by microbial growth on the product
  • Odor-resistant

Cupron Enhanced™ yarns power the broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy of Cupron Medical Textiles, used daily in dozens of US acute care hospitals. Our copper-infused textiles have been in use for over 6.3 million patient days, protecting more than 1 million patients. Those studies resulted in 6 peer-reviewed, published papers.

Broad Color Range

Earlier formulations had more limited color options. With the help of our Science Team and our commercial partners, that is no longer the case.

The photo below shows the color range of Cupron Classic™ formulation (photo courtesy of Cupron partner Techmer PM).

Cupron Sinerji™ enables an even broader range of colors, and Cupron Snow White™, as the name implies, delivers shades of white.

Broad Color Range

Cupron Enhanced™ Yarn Applications

Apparel (consumer, medical, professional, sports), base layer, underwear, socks, bags, luggage, headwear, bedding, sheets, blankets, towels, curtains, indoor seating, outdoor furniture, awnings, footwear, insoles, masks, sports equipment, just to list a few examples.

If you can make it with polyester yarn, you can make it with Cupron Enhanced polyester yarn.

If you choose to manufacture yarn or other fiber-based applications in-house, contact us to determine which of our masterbatch formulations and loading levels best fit your objectives.

Fiber-based applications can include, but are not limited to, filters, carpet and rug components, mats, furniture, bedding, insulation, barrier and liner fabric, conveyor belts, seatbelts, wall coverings, pet products, toys, and packaging.

Yarn Options

Polyester 70/68

  • Anti-odor yarn
  • Must be at least 1 DPF

Polyester 150/48

  • Anti-odor, antimicrobial, and anti-fungal yarn
  • These yarns provide the antimicrobial functionality for Cupron Medical Textiles, used by dozens of US hospitals and over 1 million patients
  • Must use at least 3 DPF yarn if your customers wish to utilize Cupron’s existing EPA Public Health Claims, or to pursue new claims

Other deniers available on a made to order basis.

Contact us with any questions.