Eco-Shield

WATERBORNE PU FACE COATING

Applied directly to the face of the fabric, Eco-Shield is your gear’s first line of defense against the elements. This heavy-duty waterborne coating reaches 10,000 mm hydrostatic resistance and 4x the tear strength of TPU, without the weight or environmental impact.

Built for extreme conditions, Eco-Shield keeps backpacks, duffels, and gear reliably protected from heavy rain to rugged terrain.

A person with skis and a backpack is climbing a snowy mountain. The backpack is coated with PolyCores Eco-Shield.

Clean Chemistry

98% lower VOC emissions than standard solvent-based coatings and no intentionally added PFAS. PolyCore coatings are formulated to support compliance with EU REACH requirements and follow the ZDHC MRSL.

TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP

We work alongside your team to develop custom fabrics tailored to your performance goals. More than a coating supplier, we are a partner, providing a transparent portfolio and support every step of the way.

VISIBLY TOUGH

Face coating creates a strong visual cue of durability and waterproof protection, helping customers immediately understand the product’s technical value. The finish can be customized for a clean, matte look.

Test Results

600D Recycled Polyester

POLYCORE'S ECO-SHIELD

Tests	Uncoated	PolyCore Eco-Shield	% Increase
Abrasion (Cycles) ASTM D3389 H-18 1KG SP:65	604	2,500	+314%
Hydrostatic Resistance (mm-H2O)AATCC 127	0	10,800	-
Color Fastness AATCC 8	NT	4.5	-
Tear Strength (lbf)ASTMD2261	W A R P / F I L L 35 / 36	W A R P / F I L L 52 / 60	W A R P / F I L L +49% / +67%
Breaking Test (lbf)ASTMD5034	W A R P / F I L L 491 / 541	W A R P / F I L L 618 / 619	W A R P / F I L L +26% / +14%
Puncture Resistance (lbf)	47	51	+9%

Product Data Sheet

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