Due to the pure raw material (100 % polyethylene), non-contaminated Tyvek protective clothing can be recycled in a environmentally friendly way and could be reused.
The products are manufactured by DuPont according to the environmental guidelines ISO 140011.
In comparison with reusable clothing, the following ecological factors must be taken into account:
- Transport route of the reusable clothing to the laundry and back again.
- Large amounts of energy are consumed during the washing, drying and sterilisation process.
- The steps after washing are issued in a cleanroom, which also requires a lot of energy.
- The used detergents are very aggressive and environmentally harmful.