Resil Textile Chemistries, Resil Chemicals’ textile chemicals division, along with Resil’s group company N9 World Technologies, are leading the way in delivering innovative, safe, and sustainable chemical solutions for textiles, garments, and other industrial applications. Through rigorous testing and seamless integration, our products enhance textile functionality and aesthetics, offering long-lasting benefits that are trusted by global apparel brands and retailers. With a legacy of over 30 years, we take pride in the strong, lasting partnerships we’ve built with our customers, grounded in our unwavering commitment to service excellence.
Resil Textile Chemistries’ diverse product portfolio offers advanced textile technologies, like silicones, block silicone polymers, resins, enzymes, polyurethanes, antimicrobial and freshness technologies, as well as odour control, cooling, and dynamic drying solutions. These cutting-edge chemistries deliver superior performance, even after multiple washes, empowering manufacturers to achieve durability and functionality while reducing their environmental footprint.
At the heart of our vision is the commitment to redefining industry standards by introducing sustainable technologies that conserve water, save energy, and minimize harmful chemicals. We are on a mission to transform textile finishing with unparalleled service, agile innovation and tailored solutions to ensure elevated growth, quality, and market leadership for brands and mills globally.
By aligning our operations with these goals, we aim to set new benchmarks in customer service, sustainability, and social impact—embodying the values of a compassionate and responsible organization.
What sets Resil Textile Chemistries apart is our dedication to combining technical excellence with customer-centricity. Our DSIR-recognized research centres, and Textile Application Research Centre are equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories and design studios. Here, our skilled professionals assist manufacturers in addressing challenges across the textile and garment processing value chain. By sustainably transforming everyday fabrics into sensory experiences, we empower clients to achieve market differentiation and long-term success.
Beyond being a solution provider, Resil is a community of passionate innovators committed to shaping a sustainable future. Leveraging expertise in silicone and organic chemistries, we enhance the health, comfort, and lifestyle aspirations of our customers while prioritizing environmental stewardship. As a trusted ally to apparel brands and textile mills worldwide, Resil invites industry leaders to collaborate in setting new standards for textile finishing—building a more sustainable, innovative, and vibrant future for the global textile industry.
New offerings from Resil and N9WTPL for finishing & pre-treatment industry
The latest additions to our product portfolio introduce cutting-edge solutions designed for impactful results.
Greenpel and Greenpel CAT: Fluorine-free finishes that provide exceptional liquid repellence for all fibre types, validated by AATCC 22, AATCC 193, and modified AATCC 193 tests.
RESISCOUR AB-WS: A sustainable wetting/scouring agent for pre-treatment of knits and towels in the exhaust process. It saves one to two baths in the pre-treatment process and can be used for low-temperature bleaching processes, ensuring significant utility savings.
Aquasil Terrysoft: A breakthrough product that combines instant hydrophilicity with superior towel softness, ensuring excellent stability in exhaust applications.
EcoRelease: A fluorine-free, hydrophilic soil and stain release solution for cotton-rich textiles, tested as per AATCC 130.
SOLADEL UV ULTRA: A GOTS V7.0-approved solution delivering durable UV protection for all fibres, tested per AATCC 183.
BIORESIN: Developed from natural oils, it ensures zero formaldehyde emissions, over 90% biodegradability, and durable press effects.
RESIFEEL ABR and RESISCOUR ZFW SPL: Derived from natural sources, they enhance bio-content and efficiency in textile wet processing.
ProTecht Technologies: A suite of multifunctional benefits, including PAO (anti-odour, ISO 17299-3), PMM (moisture management, 79% bio content), and SLP PRO-FRESH (antimicrobial, ISO 20743).
EarthMint and Odorel: EarthMint neutralizes odour-causing bacteria, while Odorel offers a non-metal, non-biocidal odour capture solution with biodegradability exceeding 70%.
BIOSTONE WASH ENZYME: Significantly reduces water and waste in denim finishing processes.
BIOKOOL: A moisture-activated cooling technology delivering sustainable, bio-based comfort.
These innovations showcase how eco-responsible chemistry can revolutionize textiles, meeting both technical rigor and environmental sustainability.
Bio-Based Chemicals: The Sustainable Revolution in Textile Processing
The future of the textile industry is rooted in sustainability, and bio-based chemicals are at the forefront of this transformation. Derived entirely or partially from biological materials such as plants, algae, crops, trees, marine organisms, and biological waste, these compounds offer a greener alternative to conventional chemicals. With their lower environmental impact, bio-based chemicals are steadily gaining ground in international markets, revolutionizing processes across the textile value chain.
One of the most promising advancements in this field is the rise of biosurfactants. Unlike conventional surfactants that can persist in the environment and lead to contamination, biosurfactants are biodegradable and leave no toxic residues. Produced from renewable feedstocks like plant oils and agricultural waste, they not only reduce dependence on fossil fuels but also embody a more sustainable and circular approach to chemistry.
The advantages of bio-based chemicals extend far beyond their eco-friendliness. Because they are made from renewable resources such as plant materials and agricultural byproducts, they are more sustainable and less harmful to the environment compared to petrochemical-based counterparts. Their biodegradable and non-toxic nature, coupled with lower energy and water requirements during production, significantly reduces the environmental footprint of textile manufacturing.
Moreover, by decreasing reliance on fossil fuels—a finite resource and a major contributor to climate change—bio-based chemicals pave the way for a more resilient and sustainable textile industry. The integration of these eco-friendly compounds not only addresses pressing environmental concerns but also enhances the industry’s capacity to adapt to a rapidly changing global landscape.
As the textile sector continues its shift toward greener practices, bio-based chemicals represent a critical step forward. As a key player in the industry, Resil Textile Chemistries’ innovative portfolio of bio-based products is helping manufacturers achieve a balance between performance and sustainability, thereby fostering a cleaner, more sustainable future for the industry and the planet.
Driving Sustainability in the Fashion Industry: A Path to a Greener Future
Using eco-friendly materials like organic cotton, bamboo, hemp, and recycled fibers can significantly reduce the industry’s ecological footprint. Manufacturing innovations that minimize water and energy usage, coupled with waste reduction through advanced design and pattern-making, are key to sustainable production.
Shifting the focus from fast fashion to timeless, durable designs and adopting eco-conscious packaging can lessen environmental strain. A circular economy—driven by advanced recycling technologies and closed-loop systems—promotes garment reuse and upcycling, reducing textile waste. Encouraging mindful consumption to extending garment lifespan and support second-hand stores further enhances sustainability.
Adopting globally recognized certifications like GOTS, ZDHC, OEKOTEX, Higg Index, and BLUESIGN fosters transparency and compliance with environmental and social standards. Ethical sourcing and ensuring fair labour practices across the supply chain are equally vital, emphasizing the importance of social responsibility.
By integrating these strategies, the fashion industry can significantly lower its environmental impact while fostering a culture of accountability and care. Sustainability is no longer optional but essential for a thriving future—Caring. Committed. Consistent.
Shifting Global Textile Dynamics: Opportunities for India Amidst Changing Trade Scenarios
The global textile industry is witnessing significant shifts, driven by evolving trade dynamics and geopolitical factors. With inventory levels stabilizing in major markets like the EU and USA, clothing imports is expected to surge in the next three months. The China+1 strategy is further reshaping sourcing patterns, redirecting orders to nations like Vietnam, Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and Pakistan.
However, challenges persist. Bangladesh, a long-standing textile powerhouse, is grappling with political instability and foreign exchange crises, leading to factory closures and raising concerns about its reliability as a supplier. Similarly, Vietnam faces capacity constraints and rising labour costs. These factors have created opportunities for India, which is experiencing a 20-25% increase in orders in key hubs like Gurugram-Noida and Tirupur. The potential return of Donald Trump to power in the U.S. could further shift trade dynamics, offering India a chance to capture market share from China and Bangladesh.
Indian manufacturers are also aligning with global sustainability demands, investing in green technologies to attract eco-conscious buyers from the USA, EU, and Japan. With strategic capacity expansions, India stands poised to solidify its place in the global textile arena.
Redefining Accuracy: Trends in Finish Measurement
Measuring a fabric’s tactile feel, or its ‘haptic properties’, has long relied on subjective sensory assessments, often inconsistent due to personal perceptions and environmental factors. The Tactile Sensation Analyzer is a game-changing technology that mimics human touch. By analysing sound and mechanical deformation, it quantifies individual parameters that define hand feel, combining them through advanced mathematical models into a comprehensive haptic value.
These values are digitized into a cloud-based Virtual Haptic Library, enabling seamless use in R&D, quality assurance, and process optimization.
Resil Chemicals is at the forefront of this transformation, collaborating with machine manufacturers to create an automated, data-driven system for reliable, scalable haptic measurement. We are working towards standardizing this process, to ensure consistency and accessibility across the textile industry. By leveraging innovation and technology, we’re shaping the future of fabric evaluation—making it possible to measure the subjective and intangible.
Product stewardship and ESG practices helping the textile industry
At Resil Textile Chemistries, sustainability is ingrained in our core values. Our product stewardship approach encompasses the entire lifecycle—from design to disposal—ensuring alignment with global environmental and social responsibility goals.
By implementing practices like maintaining MRSLs and RSLs, improving supply chain transparency, and adopting green chemistry, we are working towards minimizing societal and environmental risks. These initiatives are further validated by our high scores on the HIGG Index, showcasing our commitment to environmental sustainability and ethical sourcing. Our adherence to globally recognized certifications, including GOTS, OEKO-TEX, and EU REACH, also reinforces our dedication to creating positive environmental and social impact.
Leveraging our expertise in silicones and organic chemicals, we empower the textile and apparel industry to adopt innovative and sustainable solutions. At the core of our philosophy is the belief that science and technology can significantly reduce industrial carbon footprint without compromising quality.
With over three decades of focused domain expertise, Resil Textile Chemistries has become a global leader in providing custom specialty finishes for textile brands and manufacturers. We work closely with our customers to transform fabrics into extraordinary experiences by offering bespoke solutions and seamless execution support.
At N9WTPL, we innovate next-generation sustainable technologies for protection, hygiene, comfort, and wellness. Our products deliver unparalleled value and superior service to our customers and their consumers.
By fostering collaboration and embracing proactive solutions, Resil Textile Chemistries is dedicated to shaping a circular future—one that prioritizes environmental and societal well-being. Together, we can transform challenges into opportunities, driving the textile industry toward a more sustainable and responsible horizon.
