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HOUSTON, Aug. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

- The latest development from award-winning Acteev combines the antimicrobial

protection of zinc with high-performing specialty nylon

Acteev will launch its performance textiles line at the 2021 Outdoor Retailer

Expo (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=3733838026&u=https%3A%2F%2For.a2zinc.net%2FSummer2021%2FPublic%2Febooth.aspx%3FBoothID%3D1273483&a=2021+Outdoor+Retailer+Expo), giving prospective brand and manufacturing partners the opportunity to experience the unique technology - hands-on.

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"Attendees can see and touch our fabrics and sample garments and experience how

our materials are luxuriously soft on the skin yet rugged enough for tough

outdoors conditions," Joey Barbaree, global segment leader for Acteev, said.

"As more and more brands work to create sustainable, premium products with the

latest in antimicrobial innovation to keep their garments and gear odor-free

and safe from mildew, our textiles can help give customers confidence their

clothing and equipment are protected."

Proud recipient of a 2021 Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=750515252&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.acteev.com%2Farticles%2Fascend-performance-materials-acteev-technology-takes-prize-at-outdoor-retailer-innovation-awards&a=2021+Outdoor+Retailer+Innovation+Award), Acteev locks in the environmentally safe antimicrobial protection of zinc ions within superior nylon 6,6, creating yarns and fabrics that naturally

combat odor- and mildew-causing bacteria, mold and fungi. The technology

protects textiles - from base layers and outerwear to sleeping bags and more -

using one of nature's own elements.

Plus, unlike chemical applications that are coated or sprayed on, Acteev (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=2849745542&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.acteev.com%2F&a=Acteev) does not rely on any post-production treatment or after-market process.

Instead, Acteev's zinc ions are embedded directly into the matrix of the

molecule, providing protection throughout the life of the product. This means

Acteev Performance Textiles require less water in the manufacturing process

while ensuring they remain as effective as day one.

For more information on Acteev Performance Textiles, go to OR.Acteev.com/Media

(https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=3728154221&u=https%3A%2F%2For.acteev.com%2FMedia&a=%2FMedia).

About Acteev by Ascend Performance Materials

Ascend Performance Materials (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=662200394&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ascendmaterials.com%2Fwho%2F&a=Ascend+Performance+Materials) makes high-performance materials for everyday essentials and new

technologies. Our focus is on improving quality of life and inspiring a better

tomorrow through innovation. Based in Houston, Texas, and with regional offices

in Shanghai, Brussels and Detroit, we are a fully integrated material solutions

provider with eight global manufacturing facilities in the United States,

Europe and China. Our 2,600-person global workforce makes materials that

support safer vehicles, cleaner energy, better medical devices, smarter

appliances and longer-lasting apparel and consumer goods. We are committed to

safety, sustainability and the success of our customers and our communities.

Access our disclaimer (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3253883-1&h=3860845791&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ascendmaterials.com%2Facteev-disclaimer&a=disclaimer).

Media Contact:

Nicki Britton

nbritt@ascendmaterials.com

832-205-4854

SOURCE  Ascend Performance Materials