FRESHGUARD® OC

Plant-based, Non-biocide Odor Control

FRESHGUARD® Odor Control is a plant-based technology designed to control odors across a broad range of fabric content and end-uses. Derived from the main ingredient of the castor bean plant seed, FRESHGUARD® OC provides excellent odor absorbing properties by trapping and neutralizing volatile odor molecules, maintaining fabric freshness. The long-lasting proven performance and natural origin of FRESHGUARD® OC give brands confidence in the accurancy and compliance of odor control claims.

Many odor control system can carry regulatory risks, restricted chemistries, or regional limitation. What if your odor control finish delivered high performance, real durability, and full compliance confidence, while supporting your sustainability goals? FRESHGUARD® Odor Control (OPTI-FG-PLT) does all this while aligning with the most stringent testing protocols, brand RSL´s and regional regulatory standards.

Versatile Applications Across Textiles 

FRESHGUARD® Odor Control can be applied to a wide variety of fabrics, including: 

  • Apparel – activewear, sportswear, everyday clothing 
  • Home textiles – bedding, towels, upholstery 
  • Medical textiles – uniforms, scrubs, patient wear 
  • Automotive textiles – seats, interiors, and accessories 

By reducing the buildup of odors, FRESHGUARD® helps cut down on frequent washing, lowering water usage, detergent consumption, and energy demand—making it a smarter, more sustainable textile solution. 

Redefining Fresh Comfort 

Comfort goes beyond touch—it’s the feeling of fresh-being. With FRESHGUARD® by OPTIMER®, brands and consumers can enjoy a safer, cleaner, and more eco-conscious freshness standard. 

Redefine comfort with FRESHGUARD®

Benefits

  • Non-Biocide
  • Plant Derived
  • Proven Odor Control
  • Wash Durability
  • Compliance Confidence
  • Content Versatility