Antimicrobial Footwear Fabrics From Cosmo™ and Microban®

Cosmo is now an exclusive Microban Approved Component Supplier(ACS) partner in the footwear category, providing materials treated with Microban® antimicrobial technology to all global footwear brands.

Cosmo has adopted the new Microban Fresh Fabric System™, combining Microban® antimicrobial technology and quality control with its superior fabric finishing capabilities to deliver high-quality footwear textiles that consistently meet stringent odor control and antimicrobial performance standards.

A fresh step forward in performance footwear fabrics with the Microban Fresh Fabric System™

The footwear industry will now have Microban antimicrobial technology, quality control, and superior fabric finishing capabilities to deliver high-quality footwear textiles that consistently meet stringent odor control and antimicrobial performance. Cosmo, a world leader in eco-friendly and sustainable footwear textiles, will now be offering the Microban Fresh Fabric System™ to footwear brands and manufacturers globally. The Microban Fresh Fabric System is the perfect solution for Cosmo because it delivers a more sustainable and metal-free solution that footwear brands are looking for.

How does the Microban Fresh Fabric System™ work?

Footwear is unavoidably subjected to sweat and heat on a regular basis and is difficult to keep clean, providing an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive and generate odors. In fact, a recent study indicated that over 80 % of consumers were interested in having antimicrobial technology incorporated into the fabric of their footwear. Microban built-in product protection for textile applications shows high antimicrobial efficacy, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and fungi by up to 99.9 %, keeping footwear fresher for longer. This technology helps to prevent odors, stains, and premature disposal, prolonging the useable lifetime of the product and reducing textile waste.