Antimicrobial Solutions for Diverse Materials

LG PuroTec™ is an antimicrobial agent with a wide range of application, such as plastics, coatings, fibers, foam, and more. LG Electronics develops optimized solutions for antimicrobial protection that do not diminish the physicochemical properties of your product or your manufacturing process.

Antimicrobial Plastic inhibits the growth of various microorganisms and unwanted bacteria.

When antimicrobial agents are applied to plastic materials, the resulting product gains antimicrobial properties that help suppress microbial growth. LG PuroTec, composed of inorganic compound powders, retains its efficacy without disintegration or alteration even during high-temperature plastic processing. This ensures cleaner product surfaces and contributes to extending the product’s lifecycle.

Our antimicrobial agent manufacturing technology enables customized solutions optimized for various partner needs. Through this, we deliver differentiated hygienic value to customers across industries.

Spray coating is a coat that forms a thin film by mixing resins with a solvent and applying it thinly to the surface of an object. It has the advantage of being able to coat every corner with various colors. Powder coating is a technology that attaches 100% solid powder to the surface by electrostatic spraying, etc., then heats it to form a coating film. In general, it has superior adhesion and chemical resistance compared to spray coating. There are various other processes, including IML hard coating. LG PuroTec™ can be easily applied to these processes to increase surface retention.

LG PuroTec™ can be effectively applied in various forms of powder, slurry, or liquid during all stages of production, adding resistance against microorganisms without compromising the existing characteristics of the textile. This antimicrobial additive is applicable not only to natural fibers such as cotton and wool, but also to synthetic fibers or blended fabrics such as polyester and nylon. It resists stains and odors on clothing and home textile products. As a result, textiles and fabrics treated with LG PuroTec™ stay cleaner for a longer periods of time.

Foam products have an insulating function in general, which makes it a good environment for bacteria and mold growth. Mattresses, seats, or exercise mats are popular foam products that require protection against microbial growth caused by frequent exposure to sweat, dead skin cells and other bodily particles. LG PuroTec™ is non-reactive with the foam's raw material and can provide excellent inhibitory effects against microbial growth. Antimicrobial foam products with LG PuroTec™ can be applied to various industries including home appliances, bedding, automobiles, furniture and more.