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C-Lon Wins Nano Industry Technology Award at NANO KOREA 2026 for Eco-Friendly Adhesives
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C-Lon Wins Nano Industry Technology Award at NANO KOREA 2026 for Eco-Friendly Adhesives

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • C-Lon, a company specializing in functional clothing adhesives, received the Nano Industry Technology Award at NANO KOREA 2026.
  • The award recognized C-Lon's eco-friendly technology development, particularly its PFAS-Free adhesives for waterproof and windproof apparel.
  • The company plans to expand its technology to industries like medical and automotive, aiming to strengthen its global market competitiveness.

South Korean company C-Lon has earned recognition for its innovative and eco-friendly adhesive materials, securing the Nano Industry Technology Award at NANO KOREA 2026. The award, co-hosted by the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, highlights companies and institutions with strong technological capabilities and industrial applicability.

C-Lon, established in 2002, specializes in seam sealing tapes and hot melt adhesive films used in functional clothing, particularly for waterproof and windproof apparel and outdoor gear. The company's commitment to environmental regulations was a key factor in its win. It has focused on developing 'PFAS-Free' products, eliminating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and has continued research into recyclable and bio-based adhesive materials.

Kim Jin-pyo, CEO of C-Lon, expressed that the award validates the company's research and development efforts in eco-friendly adhesives. C-Lon aims to leverage this recognition to expand its technological reach beyond apparel into sectors such as medical and automotive industries, thereby enhancing its global market competitiveness.

This award is a result of our research and development efforts for eco-friendly adhesive materials. We will expand our technology beyond clothing to various industries such as medical and automotive, and strengthen our global market competitiveness.

โ€” C-Lon representativeCommenting on the significance of the award and future plans.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.