Cosmo Films’ arm launches Microenz BS for textile Industries

Cosmo Speciality
Chemicals Pvt Ltd, a
wholly Indian subsidiary
of Cosmo Films Ltd, has
developed Microenz
BS sourced through enzymatic process, making it an
environment-friendly alkaline pectatelyase. Thus, it helps
eliminating the challenges posed by the chemical when
sourced through traditional processes such as high ETP
load, usage of very harsh chemicals, wastage of water and
time etc.

Embarked on the key product innovation principles of
multi-functionality (performance oriented), process
optimisation (energy, water and time saving) and
sustainability (eco-friendliness), the advancement of
Microenz BS ensures less fabric and garment damage as
Pectatelyase degrades the pectin from the primary cell wall
of cotton without degrading the cotton itself, improved
functional finish, lower yarn coefficient of friction,
increased yarn elongation for improved weaving
efficiencies, improved emerising and brushing properties,
no degradation of cellulose and lower weight loss while
being safe and easy to use as well as eco-friendly.

Embarked on the key product innovation pri
The chemical Microenz BS works in a way which is
specially designed for the end users using alkaline
pectatelyase as pectatelyase degrades the pectin from the
primary cell wall of cotton without degrading the cotton
itself. Microenz BS can also be used successfully for
combined desizing and bio-sourcing (CDB). The dosage
used for application is exhaust with doses 1.0% to 1.2%.
On this new innovation by the company, Anil Gaikwad,
Business Head, Cosmo Speciality Chemicals, said, “For
medium and darker shades on cotton yarn & knitwear, we
suggest a one-bath-two-step pre-treatment process. We
propose an enzymatic pectinase treatment with Microenz
BS 1.0 to 1.2% in combination with a mild peroxide bleach.
This process includes a pectinase treatment as well as a
mild peroxide bleach. The mild conditions lead to a softer
handle in comparison to alkali-treated goods. Furthermore,
bio-scoured cotton shows relatively good hydrophilic
properties.”

Embarked on the key product innovation pri
The Cosmo Films’ subsidiary Cosmo Speciality
Chemicals was established in 2020 with two core
objectives: one was to act as a support system for the
existing films business by backward integration andsecond to be a separate business entity with a vision of
acquiring the textile auxiliary market in India & abroad by
providing best and the most competitive products through
innovations based on sustainable science. The company
also deals in packaging adhesives and consumer-based
bonding solutions which can be used safely by anyone and
anywhere.