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MC 3551-02 Flooring tiles and sheets made from polyurethane (PU) based on rapidly renewable raw materials. Applications include flooring for offices, shops, hotels, restaurants and hospitals.

MC 4805-12 Flocked elastomeric polyurethane (PU) fabric that is suitable for chafing protection in performance wear. Applications include technical outerwear, athletic performance wear and intimate apparel.

MC 5551-03 Ultra-thin wood veneer that is water-resistant, lightweight, flexible and highly durable. Applications include walls, furniture, kitchen or closet cabinets, doors and ceilings.

MC 7106-06A passive NFC tag that can “sense” if a package has been opened.Applications include advertising, anti-counterfeiting, and packaging interactivity for packaging for food and beverage, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.

MC 4805-10Perforated elastomeric polyurethane (PU) film intended for elastic and lightweight seams in apparel. Applications include compression panels, sports bras, performance wear and sportswear.

MC 5335-07 A composite mesh that is comprised of perforated natural cork backed with a stainless steel fabric for use as a flexible design surface. Applications include shoes, apparel, accessories, wallcoverings and upholstery.

MC 6138-05Carbon and Innegra™ fiber reinforcement that utilizes a very flat structure to reduce bulkiness of the preform. The fabrics are used in aerospace, automotive, sporting goods, and industrial applications (wind turbine blades).

MC 7229-02 Handmade Korean mulberry paper composed of natural fibers with a leather-like texture. Applications include interior wallcoverings, filters (masks/purifiers), shading textiles, handbags and toys.

MC 1415-07Porous polyester nonwoven fabric with a waterproof, vapor-permeable polyurethane (PU) coating. Suitable for sheathing applications in architecture.

MC 4805-11 Soft, flexible two-layer elastomeric polyurethane film that has a light reflective surface produced by retroreflective beads. Applications include decorative overlays for performance, sports and outerwear.

MC 5498-08 Sound absorbing glass comprised of two sheets of glass that sandwich a central layer of polyvinyl butyral film for noise control applications. Applications include offices, recording studios, music rooms, and libraries.

MC 6973-19High-resolution digital printing of ceramic inks on both flat and curved glass at 720 dpi resolution. Applications include use as architectural glass for interior and exterior décor.

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MC 7409-02A process for the decoration of powder-coated parts using an additional sublimation printing technology. The process can be used to create decorative surfaces on bottles for packaging, for architecture, and furniture.

MC 7423-05Highly durable, 100% cotton lace tapes that mimic the look of denim. Applications include apparel, sportswear, accessories and home goods.

MC 7433-01 Embroidered mesh textile made from 75% polyolefin and 25% polyester, decorated by sewing patterns on the mesh frames with thread. Applications include interior decoration and wall partitions.

MC 7416-03Thin cork fabric that is sublimation printed for high-resolution patterns and designs. Applications include wallcovering, shoes and bags, accessories, upholstery and interior design.

MC 7431-04Tamper-resistant synthetic paper made for food-contact packaging that is ice, steam, tear, abrasion, and chemical resistant. It can be used for packaging, protecting and attractively displaying food goods.

MC 7436-01 Photographic mosaic made from marble. Applications include cladding, walls, bathrooms, kitchens and stairs for residential and commercial spaces.

MC 7301-09 Transparent nylon 6-8 filaments developed to meet FDA requirements regarding indirect food contact, compatible with extrusion style 3D printers. Applications include prototypes for medical, dental and robotics.

MC 7416-04Laminated sheet comprised of cork fibers sandwiched between a cork veneer and a non-woven backing. Applications are as wallcoverings for bedrooms, living rooms and for contract interiors.

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MC 7440-01 Water-borne silicone coating that is used on glass as an opacifier with an unlimited range of color options. Applications include coating on reflective and pyrolitic glass surfaces.

MC 7438-01 Custom digitally printed fabric for wall covering. Applications are as wall coverings for residential and commercial interiors.

MC 7301-10 3D printing extrusion-style filament composed of proprietary nylon-based material that has a very high tensile strength. Applications include building industrial parts, prosthesis and robotic components.

MC 7432-03 Basket-woven fabric made from 0.4% virgin polyester (PET), 12.1% pre-consumer recycled PET, and 87.5% post-consumer recycled PET. Applications include commercial and resi-dential upholstery.

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MC 7443-01Paper that contains 70% dried fallen leaf, 20% wood pulp and 10% wax. Applications include furniture, interior design, accessories, packaging and POP.

MC 7446-01 Knitted textiles made of elastomeric thermo-plastic polyurethane (TPU) monofilaments. Applications include shoes, apparel, acces-sories, furniture and interior décor.

MC 7447-02 100% Lyocell yarn knit fabric that has been dyed using natural plant extracts. Bo-tanicals are dried, then broken down to the nano level and made colorfast with a propri-etary technique. It is used for furniture and consumer products.

MC 7450-01Synthetic yarn that has the feel of cotton yet has much greater durability. Applica-tions include apparel for intimate apparel, sportswear and casual-wear.

MC 7444-01Handmade porcelain tile made using a tradi-tional Thai method. The material is decorated with hand-made tex-ture and hand-painted colors. Applications include countertops, backsplashes and decorative wallcovering.

MC 7446-02 Knitted textiles made of 96% polyester and 4% spandex with a low gauge. Applications include sportswear, fashion and outerwear.

MC 7448-01 Infrared reflecting powder pigment composed of 93% of titanium dioxide, enabling it to increase the solar reflection for a wide range of colored coatings. Applications include colored coating for exterior surfaces.

MC 7445-01Faux-silk fabric designed to mimic the distinctive traditional silk textiles produced in Thailand. Applications include upholstery, beanbags, cushions, curtains, wall coverings and lampshades.

MC 7447-01 Organic cotton knit fabric that has been yarn dyed using natural plant extracts. It is used for furniture and consumer products.

MC 7449-01Conductive silver ink for the creation of flexible printed circuits. Applications include wearable electronics, switches subject to deformation, and circuits that require creasing or flexing.

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MC 7442-01 Nonwoven sheet made from 100% rice straw, which would otherwise be a waste from the agricultural industry. Applications include packaging and interior decor.

MC 7441-01 Glass mosaic tile that is made from recycled glass content with a marble-like finish. The tiles can be used on vertical and horizontal interior surfaces for hospitality, retail, residential and institutional applications.

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MC 7452-02Bespoke designed on-pack labeling tag that is highly customizable. Applications include labeling, branding and marketing for products.

MC 7459-01Ultra-high cut-resistant knitted fabric made from ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene and fiberglass woven by special high-density knitting machines. Applications include protective clothing and secure luggage.

MC 7456-01 Wallcovering paper that uses water-borne, low volatile organic compound paint in-stead of ink to create unique textural effects. Applications are for residential and com-mercial interiors.

MC 7451-02Washi paper stamped with metallic foil intended for labeling. The material is flexible, strong and versatile. Applications include packaging for consumer goods.

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MC 7462-01A high performance precast concrete pan-el that transmits light through transparent polymer inlays. These panels can be cast into various forms as cladding, partitions, flooring, for both interior and exterior lighting solutions.

MC 7451-01 Lacquered labels made in traditional Japanese craft style. Applications include brand advertising, promotions, novelties, security or diagnos-tics and beverage packaging.

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