2021-02-18 17:32, HK01
A local plastic sheet manufacturer and a scientific research company have developed an anti-bacterial and anti-fog coating (InvisiArma), which can kill more than 99.9999% of E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, etc., and can be applied to epidemic prevention products, including transparent masks, face shields, etc. , and food packaging such as fruit boxes and takeaway boxes. Among them, transparent masks are expected to be launched on the market in March, with a retail price of 20 yuan each.
Other supplies to which coatings are applied include face shields, mask boxes. (Photo by Zhang Jiamin)
The InvisiArma antibacterial and anti-fog coating was developed by Mianlilong (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd. and Yutian New Technology Co., Ltd., and assisted in commercialization by the Chinese Manufacturers Association. The formula combines the antibacterial and anti-fog functions of chelated platinum ions. The coating has been certified to kill more than 99.9999% of E. coli, Staphylococcus aureus, etc., and has obtained ASTM E2180 and ISO22196 certification.
The coating can be applied to anti-epidemic products, including transparent masks, protective masks and placemats; food packaging such as fruit boxes and takeaway boxes, as well as pharmaceutical packaging, injections, surgical equipment and other packaging. Among them, transparent masks are expected to be launched in March and are expected to sell for 20 yuan each.
The coating can also be applied to food packaging boxes. (Photo by Zhang Jiamin)
Liang Sijing, director of biotechnology of Yutian New Technology Co., Ltd., said that transparent masks are non-medical masks and are not recommended for use in high-risk places, such as hospitals. He explained that transparent masks are different from surgical masks that filter out droplets to prevent virus transmission, but protect users by actively sterilizing them. He said that one-time use is recommended on the packaging, but as long as the mask is not wiped with paper towels, the coating will basically not be damaged.
Chen Xianglian (first from right), director of Mianlilong (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., said that orders for transparent masks come from bridal shops, artists and large-scale events. (Photo by Zhang Jiamin)
Chen Xianglian, director of Mianlilong (Hong Kong) Co., Ltd., said that the company is facing transformation problems, and the epidemic situation hinders domestic development, so this product is conceived. She said that with the assistance of the CMA Testing Center, the development time was shortened from 1 to 2 years to 1 year. She said that the most orders now come from bridal shops, entertainers and large-scale events.