Textile finishing for dual-action cooling

The 50% biobased content comes from renewable raw materials used in the phase-change component of HeiQ Cool™. These materials replace part of the fossil-based inputs with plant-derived sources, while keeping the same heat absorption and release behaviour during use.

No. The instant cooling effect works independently of moisture. Evaporative cooling becomes active once moisture is present, but the initial cooling sensation does not rely on perspiration.

HeiQ Cool™ is validated using standard textile test methods that measure both instant cooling and lasting thermal comfort. These methods quantify how the fabric absorbs, stores, and transfers heat during use, so performance can be compared across applications.

• Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)*: Measures how much heat the fabric stores (J/g). This shows how the phase‑change material absorbs and retains heat as temperature rises.
• Qmax (cool-touch test)**: Measures heat flow at first contact with the skin. Higher values indicate a stronger cool-touch sensation at the moment of wear.
• Thermal Effusivity (ASTM D7984)**: Measures how quickly the fabric exchanges heat with the skin and surrounding air. Faster heat transfer increases the perceived cooling effect during wear.

Together, these methods show how HeiQ Cool™ delivers an immediate cool-touch feeling and maintains thermal comfort over time.

*Quality Assurance (QA/Quality Control (QC) test method (at cost if used for QC purpose)

** Test methods offered at cost

HeiQ Cool™ is designed to deliver an immediate cool-to-the-touch effect plus continuous evaporative cooling. HeiQ Smart Temp™ focuses on adaptive thermoregulation that responds dynamically to body heat and moisture. In simple terms, HeiQ Cool™ emphasizes instant and lasting cool sensation, while HeiQ Smart Temp™ emphasizes adaptive cooling for ultimate comfort.

HeiQ’s biotechnology platform uses nature derived polymers, prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic ingredients and translates natural and biological processes into scalable product technologies across textiles, home care, personal care, water, and animal care. By combining biology, chemistry, and materials science, HeiQ applies nature‑inspired mechanisms, including microbiome‑based systems, bio‑based encapsulation, and functional finishes, to deliver reliable performance across multiple industries.

Yes. Different textile finishes can be combined on the same fabric to deliver multiple effects at once. The key is formulation and process control. Finishes must be compatible and engineered to work side‑by‑side during application and remain stable during use and washing. Well‑designed combinations extend fabric functionality without changing how the textile feels or behaves in daily wear. For example, a garment can manage moisture while also reducing odour build‑up.