Supplier Showcase: One1Star – Novel TAED Technology

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I’m pleased to introduce One1Star (Eleven Star) and their groundbreaking technology – novel Tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED).

One1Star has developed the first and only liquid-stable TAED on the planet.

I’m also proud to announce that One1Star has partnered with Alchem Trading, appointing us as their European agent. A partnership aiming to bring this game-changing technology to the market.

In this showcase, I’ll cover:

  • What is TAED

  • What are the drawbacks of traditional TAED

  • Key benefits of novel TAED

  • What makes it Green Chemistry

  • About One1Star

"We are thrilled to partner with Alchem Trading to bring our revolutionary TAED technology to the European market. Together, we are poised to transform the cleaning industry with a solution that is not only highly effective but also environmentally sustainable." – Sam Yaqoob, CEO, One1Star

What is TAED?

It’s a peroxide bleach activator commmonly used in laundry detergents and household cleaners. It’s the main bleach activator used in European laundry detergents.

When combined with a peroxide source, TAED generates in-situ Peracetic Acid (PAA) during the wash cycle.

PAA acts as a powerful disinfectant and bleaching agent, ensuring clothes are both clean and hygienic.

Drawbacks of Traditional TAED

The primary challenge with traditional TAED is it’s poor solubility. Washing below 40°C is not recommended due to this issue.

On top of this, typically, 30-40% of traditional TAED is not converted to PAA and is subsequently washed away, leading to ineffcicinecy and waste. This results in higher energy consumption as users need to wash at higher temperatures to achieve the desired cleaning results.

Key Benefits of Novel TAED

One1Star has developed a TAED matrix that addresses the dissolution issues of traditional TAED. The novel TAED dissolves almost 60 times faster than traditional TAED at room temperature, ensuring 100% conversion to PAA during the wash cycle.

This innovation allows effective washing at temperatures as low as 20°C, providing significant energy savings and improved cleaning performance.

Benefits at a Glance:

  • Rapid Dissolution: 60 times faster than traditional TAED.

  • Complete Conversion: 100% conversion to PAA during the wash cycle.

  • Low-Temperature Efficiency: Effective at 20°C, reducing energy consumption.

What Makes it Green Chemistry

The novel TAED embodies principles of green chemistry, making it a sustainable choice:

  • Lower Wash Temperatures: Reduces energy consumption, leading to cost savings and a smaller carbon footprint.

  • Elimination of Waste Products: Ensures that no unconverted TAED is washed away, leading to:

    • Improved Machine Health and Longevity: Fewer residues mean less wear and tear on washing machines.

    • Reduced Chemical Discharge in Wastewater: Minimises environmental impact by reducing the release of chemicals into waterways.

These green chemistry principles make the novel TAED not only a superior cleaning agent but also an environmentally friendly option.

About One1Star

Founded in 2011 by Mohammed and Sam Yaqoob, One1Star is an R&D centre focused on novel technologies. They hold the current patent for the TAED technology, have three patent-pending technologies, and are developing several other innovative solutions.

One1Star is dedicated to advancing chemical technology through rigorous R&D, ensuring that their products are both cutting-edge and environmentally responsible.

Potential Applications

The novel TAED technology can be utilised in various products, offering versatile applications across the cleaning industry:

  • Washing Machine Pods: Enhanced performance in convenient, pre-measured pods.

  • Powder Detergents: Improved solubility and effectiveness in traditional detergent formats.

  • Wet-Wipes: Impregnated wet-wipes for disinfection applications

  • First-of-their-Kind Liquid Products: The first liquid-stable TAED, opening new possibilities across the disinfection space.

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This collaboration between One1Star and Alchem Trading represents a significant advancement in cleaning technology, promising both efficiency and environmental benefits. The novel TAED technology is set to revolutionise the market, offering a better alternative to traditional TAED.

By combining effectiveness with sustainability, this partnership aims to meet the evolving needs of consumers and the environment.

If you are interested in working with this new technology, please do not hesitate to reach out directly.

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