Material Type | Shoe linings, athletic wear | Industry Standard: PVC-based synthetic leather (non-certified) Our Base: PU synthetic leather (REACH compliant) Our Advanced: Bio-based PU (REACH + GRS) | ▲ Base: Reduced chemical emissions (REACH) ▲ Advanced: 40% bio-based content (GRS) | Industry: PVC emits VOCs during production Advanced: Slightly higher cost |
Backing Material | Footwear, upholstery | Industry: Fabric-backed (ISO 9001) Base: Nonwoven (EN ISO 9001) Advanced: Reinforced nonwoven + antimicrobial layer | ▲ Advanced: 30% stronger tear resistance (ASTM D828) ▲ Base: Lightweight (285 GSM vs. 320 GSM fabric) | Industry: Fabric may warp over time Advanced: Adds 10% thickness |
Water Resistance | Rain boots, outdoor shoes | Industry: Unrated (no certification) Base: Passes AATCC 127 (≥3级) Advanced: Passes AATCC 127 (≥5级) | ▲ Advanced: 8-hour water immersion (vs. 3 hours for Base) | Industry: Soaks in 30 mins Base: Limited to light rain |
Abrasion Resistance | High-wear areas (soles, heels) | Industry: 10,000 cycles (ASTM D3389) Base: 15,000 cycles Advanced: 20,000 cycles | ▲ Advanced: 2x longer lifespan than industry standard | Industry: Wears thin after 2 months Base: Sufficient for casual use |
Anti-Mildew | Tropical footwear, sandals | Industry: No treatment Base: Passes ASTM G21 (≤1% mold growth) Advanced: Silver-ion infused (≤0.5% mold growth) | ▲ Advanced: 99.9% microbial inhibition (vs. 90% for Base) | Industry: Mold growth in 7 days Base: Requires frequent cleaning |
Certifications | Global export, eco-conscious brands | Industry: None Base: REACH (SVHC compliance) Advanced: REACH + GRS (recycled content ≥20%) | ▲ Advanced: Meets EU/US sustainability mandates ▲ Base: Reduces legal risks | Industry: Blocked in eco-regulated markets Advanced: Higher R&D costs |