Next-generation bio-protection against malaria, dengue, and vector-borne diseases.
Deploying proprietary insect-repellent technology and recycled materials for global humanitarian efforts.
V Cycle and Hansk New Material are collaborating to explore how recycled materials and anti-insect technology can be brought together in useful, application-focused products.
The collaboration aims to develop solutions around real user needs, from humanitarian settings to commercial environments, while considering material suitability, functional performance and end-of-life options.
Circular Materials. Purposeful Innovation.
Insect protection for the products you make and the people you serve.
We work with outdoor clothing, camping and furniture brands, waste management and cleaning companies, schools, kindergartens and humanitarian organisations to integrate Hansk’s insect-repellent technology into plastics and textiles.
From outdoor gear and furnishings to waste bins and shelter materials, we help develop practical solutions for everyday use, outdoor adventures and humanitarian relief.
Hansk’s Vital Protection is a textile treatment that helps repel mosquitoes, ticks and other biting pests. Suitable for clothing, tents, sleeping bags and home textiles, it provides durable protection through multiple washes.
Anti-insect functionality for plastic products.
HanskMB
HanskMB’s anti-insect technology is designed to repel a range of common pests, including mosquitoes, midges, ants, cockroaches, termites, aphids, whiteflies, ticks, bed-bugs, dust-mites and many more.
Insect Protection, woven into everyday life.
Hansk Vital Protection
Hansk’s anti-insect master-batch is designed to be incorporated into our recycled plastics during manufacturing.
Small pests. Broad protection.
Repel & Knock DownHumanitarian Aid & Relief.
Anti-insect material solutions for shelters, bedding and essential textiles used in humanitarian aid and relief settings, tailored to the needs of displaced communities and frontline teams.
Our Products
Relief-Supply Storage Boxes
Organise clothing, blankets, equipment and food supplies.
Waste Bins & Liners
Waste collection for temporary facilities.
Protective Supply Covers
Textile covers for equipment and stored materials.
Shelter Curtains & Partition Panels
Flexible textiles for temporary accommodation.
Agriculture & Horticulture.
Explore recycled anit-insect products and development opportunities to reduce pesticide use across growing, harvesting, plant care, and agricultural storage.
Agricultural Mulch Films
Cover growing beds to help retain soil moisture, suppress weeds and manage soil conditions.
Drip Irrigation Tape & Pipes
Deliver water directly to plant root zones in fields, greenhouses and growing beds.
Fruit Protection Bags
Cover individual fruits during growth to help reduce exposure to insects and surface damage.
Horticultural Netting & Fencing
Create protective barriers around crops, nurseries and growing areas to help limit pest and animal access.
Home & Hospitality.
Explore recycled anti-insect products and development opportunities for homes, hotels and guest spaces, with a focus on practical pest-management solutions that could help reduce reliance on insecticide sprays.
Curtains & Linens
Curtains and linens for windows, doorways and shared spaces in homes and hotels.
Waste Bins & Bin Liners
Collect and contain everyday waste in bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and shared areas.
Drawer & Shelf Liners
Line drawers, cupboards and shelves to protect surfaces and keep stored items organised.
Carpets & Mats
Mats and carpets for comfort underfoot and restful guest and living spaces.
Transportation.
Discover recycled anti-insect products and material development opportunities for vehicle interiors and passenger spaces.
Seat Covers & Upholstery
Explore seat coverings for cars, buses, coaches and other passenger vehicles.
Blankets For Flights
Explore blankets for flights
Interior Panels & Liners
Explore material applications for door panels, luggage compartments and other interior surfaces.
Headrest Covers
Explore removable headrest covers for seats in aircraft, trains, buses and coaches.
Testing & Certifications.
Ensure product safety and efficacy
Certifications
US EPA registration and OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification for relevant products
Anti-Insect Performance Testing Certifications
Collaboration with ARCTEC, i2L Research, Entostudio and China CDC to evaluate performance against mosquitoes, dust mites, ants, cockroaches and houseflies.
Safety & Toxicity Testing
Collaboration with ARCTEC, i2L Research, Entostudio and China CDC to evaluate performance against mosquitoes, dust mites, ants, cockroaches and houseflies.
International regulatory compliance.
Supporting product development for different markets, with regulatory requirements assessed for each formulation, application and destination country.
USA
US EPA registration for relevant products, subject to the uses and conditions specified in each registration.
European Union
Relevant products comply with the EU Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) and REACH requirements.
Japan
Approval by Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries for relevant permethrin-based products.
China
Hansk New Material served as co-convenor and a drafting contributor to Group Standard T/CTCA 3-2023, “Anti-Mosquito Fabric Treated with Permethrin.”
Pyrethrins are naturally-occurring compounds with insecticidal properties that are found in pyrethrum extract from certain chrysanthemum flowers. The active ingredient used by Hansk is mainly permethrin, an organic compound similar to the natural pyrethrins.
Clarity backed by expertise.
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Hansk uses permethrin in Vital Protection and its main HanskMB Anti-Insect formulation. Permethrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that provides repellent and insecticidal effects. The formulation is selected according to the material and intended application.
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Permethrin acts on insects’ nervous systems following exposure to treated surfaces.
Vital Protection is applied during textile finishing. HanskMB incorporates the active ingredient into the polymer during manufacturing, allowing controlled migration from within the material to replenish activity at the surface.
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Vital Protection offers wash-durable performance, with 25-, 50- or 70-wash claims available depending on the treatment and finished product. The applicable wash-cycle rating and care instructions must be confirmed for each product.
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HanskMB provides multi-wash durability by incorporating the active ingredient within the polymer, which replenishes the surface after depletion. Wash-cycle performance depends on the formulation, material and cleaning conditions and is established through application-specific testing.
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HanskMB is designed for weather-resistant applications, with the active ingredient incorporated within the polymer. Vital Protection can also be used on outdoor textiles. Resistance to repeated rainfall and weather exposure depends on the finished material and should be confirmed through relevant testing.
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HanskMB uses controlled migration to replenish surface activity after depletion through washing or contact. However, this does not mean the material is abrasion-proof or that no transfer can occur. Resistance to repeated handling and rubbing is assessed for each application.
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Vital Protection is designed to preserve the fabric’s feel and moisture-management properties when appropriately applied.
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Durability depends on the technology, material, washing frequency, wear and environmental exposure. Product-specific wash and durability results provide the basis for performance claims and care recommendations.
The U.S. military has been using permethrin on their uniforms for more than 30 years. Permethrin is now commonly used as an active ingredient in insect repellent clothing. Permethrin is a contact insecticide, but Hansk is able to significantly enhance its repellency, therefore articles treated with Hansk products can both knock-down and repel insects.
Let’s develop your next recycled anti-insect product.
Explore how recycled materials and anti-insect technology could work for your application. Share your requirements with us to discuss material options, sampling and testing.