Micrillon sheath and core fibers could provide the ultimate protection due to remarkable antiviral properties against Human Coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, and Human Influenza A H1N1 virus in just minutes.
UMF’s Micrillon is a rechargeable, broad-spectrum polymer additive that can be incorporated into films, plastics, and fibers. The Micrillon is charged with chlorine molecules.
The Micrillon sheath and core fiber spun into yarn and knitted into a material also demonstrates significant antibacterial efficacy (100% kill) against Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and E.
coli 0157:H7. When bacteria and mold come into contact with a Micrillon surface, they are eliminated; viruses are inactivated.
George Clarke, CEO of UMF Corporation, said, “We are thrilled with the results of the Micrillon testing, which shows that it inactivates Human Coronavirus and Human Influenza, and destroys MRSA and E. coli. The results are a testament to our commitment to researching and developing high-performance products for infection prevention and commercial cleaning and disinfection. There are significant implications for industries, including healthcare – where it can be included in PPE and hospitality and education, which are more focused than ever before on infection prevention in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. We plan to incorporate Micrillon splittable bicomponent microfiber in all our PerfectCLEAN products later this year.”
Dr. Mina Izadjoo, President and Chief Science Officer of Integrated Pharma Services, said, “We conducted antimicrobial efficacy testing of Micrillon in our laboratory, and I am pleased to announce the results demonstrated that it was effective against Influenza and Coronavirus strains when challenged at 10, 30 and 120 minutes. We are preparing a manuscript on the results of the Micrillon antimicrobial studies for submission to peer-reviewed journals.”
