NordShield
Citex®

Antimicrobial technology focused on synthetic textiles

NordShield CITEX is an antimicrobial, citric acid–based technology designed for synthetic textiles. Applied during textile manufacturing, it forms an ultrathin, invisible coating that protects fabrics without changing their look or feel. Citric acid is a common food additive and environmentally safe.

benefits at a Glance:

  • Antimicrobial protection layer delivers over 99% microbe reduction efficiency providing excellent odor control performance
  • Sustainable production process
  • Readily biodegradable and non-bioaccumulating

Typical applications include:

  • Sport performance apparel – running and training gear
  • Outdoor apparel – mid-layers (fleeces, pullovers) and jackets.
  • Workwear
  • Gloves – inner lining

How NordShield CiTex® delivers plant-based antimicrobial protection

No heavy Metal

NordShield Citex®

  • Invisible antimicrobial layer: Forms an ultrathin coating that inhibits microbial growth and keeps synthetic textiles odor-free.
  • Plant-based, safe ingredients: Citric acid combined with non-classified auxiliaries, for sustainable performance.
  • Durable protection: Effectively reduces microbial load and odor-causing bacteria even after 30+ washes.
  • Extends textile lifespan: Protects fibers from microbe-related deterioration, maintaining product quality over time.
  • Citric acid is recognized as low-risk in the EU and minimum-risk in the US; fully compliant with safety and sustainability standards.

Certificates and regulatory

  • Certified as bluesign®  APPROVED
  • Dermatologically tested (08/23, Dermatest GmbH)
  • USDA certified 100% biobased content
  • ZDHC MRSL 3.1 Conformance Level 3
  • Complies with EU BPR (No 528/2012) and EU REACH Regulation (1907/2006)
    • Does not contain Substances of Very High Concern
  • Complies with California Proposition 65
  • Designed to comply with low-risk biocidal regulatory regimes (pending US EPA Registration Approval)
  • Meets RSL requirements

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Why textiles should be free of heavy metals

Sure, heavy metals are effective against bacteria.
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However, studies by Svensk Vatten and Kemikalieinspektionen show that 10-90% of the silver used in textiles is released into wastewater after only 10 washes. Learn more from links below.
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Svenskt Vatten:
Silver Leaching – A Report on Silver in Sportswear

Kemikalieinspektionen:
Antibacterial substances leaking out with the washing water