PFAS Free by Design – Safe by Choice.

PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are man-made "forever chemicals" used in nonstick cookware (like Teflon™), firefighting foams, and most water-repellent textiles. These chemicals do not break down in the environment and are now found in drinking water, soil, and human bloodstreams worldwide

They’ve been linked to serious health risks, including:

Cancer
Thyroid disease
Developmental disorders
Immune system dysfunction

Governments are taking action:

Banned or restricted across the European Union, New York, California, Maine, and Washington have already passed PFAS bans in textiles. More U.S. states are following, with national level restrictions under review.

Why EMPEL® Is Different

Unlike traditional DWRs (Durable Water Repellents), EMPEL® uses no PFAS and no water in its application process. The chemistry bonds directly to the fibers, rather than soaking the fabric, which eliminates toxic wastewater and prevents failure over time.

The Result?

  • 100% PFAS-Free
  • Applied Without Water
  • No Wetting Out
  • No Wastewater Runoff
  • Safer for People + Planet

Other PFAS-free DWRs wet out. EMPEL® doesn’t.

Discover how EMPEL® helps brands comply with PFAS and wastewater regulations.

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Green Theme Technologies Inc. created EMPEL® on the radical belief that high-performance textile finishes should never compromise human or environmental health. As the first to develop a durable water repellent (DWR) that’s both PFAS-free and applied without water, EMPEL doesn’t just outperform the competition—it redefines what’s possible. It’s clean technology that is driving a new standard across industries, unlocking performance, sustainability, innovation, and product expansion opportunities on a global scale