Senka Corporation has developed SENSIL 555, an antimicrobial/antiodor finishing agent for cellulose in response to demand for healthy, clean and comfortable life styles. The use of SENSIL 555 is described as follows:

The SEK mark can be obtained through the use of this product in Japan.

1. Low toxicisity and safe. Qualified for the SEK mark.
2. Superior antimicrobial effect against Gram-positive bacteria and Gram-negative bacteria.
3. Durable antimicrobial/antiodor effects on cellulosic textile products.
4. Maintains water absorption in unfinished cloth.
5. Exhaustion and continuous treatment possible.

The standard amount used is 0.5-2%o.w.f. It varies depending on the type and shape of unfinished cloth.

Exhaustion treatment
Rinsing and drying after treatment at 60°C for 15-20 min.

When using the product, sufficient tests should be carried out.

18kg

1. When using the product, gloves and special glasses are necessary for your protection
2. If the product comes into contact with your eyes or accidentally gets into your mouth, it is recommended to thoroughly rinse the affected area with tap water immediately and see a doctor.
3. If the product comes into direct contact with your skin, it is recommended to wash it immediately with tap water. If it causes rashe on your skin, it is necessary to see a doctor immediately.
4. It is recommended to wash your hands and rinse your mouth after use.
5. It is recommended to close the container so tightly that foreign matter will not get inside.
6. When storing, it is recommended to avoid direct sunlight. Choose coolareas (5-35°C).
7. For waste treatment, it should be treated as industrial waste.

1. Cloth: cotton tricot

(1)	Treatment method:	exhaustion method 60°C30 min., bath ratio 1 : 20
	Treatment concentration:	1% o.w.f. 2% o.w.f.
	Washing conditions:	following JIS L-0217 103
	Antimicrobial test:	the bacteria counting method (bacteria used: Staphylococcus aureus)

(2)	Treatment method:	padding method Pad pick-up ratio 100%dry 110°C2min.
	Treatment concentration:	1% solution
	Washing test and antimicrobial tests are the same as (1).
	Test results:	See Table 1.