At tesa, we understand the role adhesive tapes play in securing attachment parts to the car body.
Our acrylic foam tape tesa® ACXplus range has been a game-changer, providing unmatched reliability and performance.
What sets us apart is our dedication to sustainability – our entire range of acrylic foam tapes is already free from harmful PFAS chemicals, aligning with the EU's potential ban by 2025.
PFAS, the 'Forever Chemicals’:
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are pervasive and persistent chemicals known as 'forever chemicals'. With over 10,000 variations, PFAS are extensively used in various products due to their water-, grease-, and dirt-repellent properties, including cookware, textiles, and also some industrial adhesive tapes. However, their slow decomposition and harmful effects on human health and the environment have raised significant concerns. In response, several European countries have initiated efforts to ban PFAS production, use, and import within the European Union
ACXplus acrylic foam tape for attachment parts
Our commitment to provide more sustainable solutions evolves alongside the automotive industry. Therefore the acrylic foam tape ACXplus product portfolio is PFAS-free and continuously expanding to meet the growing demands of the industry, with a large portfolio already available.
This portfolio emphasizes exterior applications, e-mobility, and interior bonding. The new game-changing ACXplus 79011 primerless product line, delivering high performance bonding of plastic parts, mark a significant stride towards a more sustainable future.
A full portfolio of ACXplus tapes, which is part of our extensive product range, is already available.
These tapes have received multiple approvals from major OEM car manufacturers.
Trusted and recognized by industry leaders, they ensure reliability and performance in automotive applications
In the dynamic landscape of automotive exterior attachment, tesa's acrylic foam adhesive tapes ACXplus are PFAS-free and shine as the ideal solution. tesa® ACXplus tapes exhibit no performance differences compared to those containing forever chemicals. This is excellent news for OEMs and OES worldwide, relying on our high-performance tapes for various applications, from emblems to body moldings and beyond.
Tesa offers a trusted alternative with its ACXplus tapes, providing a tried and tested, safe, and PFAS-free option compared to adhesives containing PFAS chemicals. Customers can depend on Tesa's dedication to safety and sustainability. The transition to ACXplus is seamless for manufacturers and suppliers, with Tesa ensuring a smooth shift for automotive industry players. There is no compromise on performance during the transition period.
As a global player, tesa embraces responsibility across its value chain. Our sustainability agenda revolves around five strategic areas: emission reduction, responsible procurement, use of recycled and bio-based materials, circular economy, and waste avoidance. By 2030, we aim to achieve a 70% proportion of recyclable or bio-based raw materials in our products and packaging, with a 50% reduction in non-recycled fossil-based plastic by 2025.
