KISCO Featured in ZDHC Case Study on Eliminating Emerging Chemical Risks Through Dye Design
Kyung-In Synthetic Corporation (KISCO) has been featured in a newly published ZDHC Foundation case study documenting the successful elimination of PCA-related risks through dye design in collaboration with supply chain partners and global fashion brand HUGO BOSS.
The case study, “Addressing Emerging Chemical Risks at the Source: Eliminating PCA Through Dye Design”, showcases how KISCO proactively developed alternative dye technologies that eliminate the potential formation of p-Chloroaniline (PCA) while maintaining the performance requirements demanded by the textile industry.
The project demonstrates how chemical suppliers, manufacturers and brands can work together to address emerging chemical risks before they become broader regulatory or market challenges. By focusing on product design rather than downstream testing alone, the initiative highlights a more preventative approach to chemical management.
Unlike traditional approaches that focus on testing and monitoring, the case study emphasizes the importance of addressing chemical risks at their source through molecular design. By redesigning dye chemistry to remove PCA-related concerns, KISCO helped create a solution that supports both environmental stewardship and long-term supply chain resilience.
The ZDHC Foundation selected this project as a case study because it reflects a practical example of safer chemistry innovation and proactive chemical management within the textile value chain. The initiative aligns with ZDHC’s broader mission of eliminating hazardous chemicals from textile, apparel and footwear manufacturing.
The publication of this case study builds upon KISCO’s ongoing work to raise awareness of emerging chemical risks and promote a more preventative approach to chemical management. Through a series of technical articles published on the KISCO Blog, the company has explored the evolving discussion around PCA and the limitations of relying solely on analytical testing to manage emerging risks. Most recently, in “Designing Dyes Without PCA: A More Robust Approach for the Textile Industry”, KISCO outlined the benefits of eliminating potential risks through molecular design. The ZDHC case study provides industry recognition of how this approach can be successfully implemented in practice.
As global brands continue to strengthen their chemical management expectations, KISCO remains committed to developing innovative dye technologies that support safer, more sustainable textile production.
The full case study is available through the ZDHC Foundation’s Roadmap to Zero platform.
