The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) has awarded home textile brand SIJO ‘asthma and allergy friendly’ certification for its AiryWeight eucalyptus bedding collection.
Certification confirms that the range – which includes flat sheets, fitted sheets, pillowcases and pillow – protects against the build-up of allergens, such as dust mites, which can trigger people as they sleep, causing internal and external irritation.
To earn certification, a product or range must demonstrate in chemical testing that it blocks allergens passing through it, retains breathability, can be easily cleaned and withstands the recommended cleaning techniques to eliminate allergens. During testing, the Airyweight collection has met these standards and been verified to reduce the presence and effects of potential irritants.
“We congratulate SIJO on earning the rigorous asthma and allergy friendly certification for their bedding collection,” said Kenneth Mendez, President and CEO of AAFA.
“The bedroom is one of the most critical areas in the home to make asthma and allergy friendly. We are pleased that consumers have more options of certified products that reduce asthma and allergy triggers while achieving a more comfortable, healthier home environment.”
Dr John McKeon, CEO of ASL, added: “We are pleased that SIJO’s bedding collection has joined the growing number of leading consumer product manufacturers in this responsible effort to achieve asthma and allergy friendly certification.
“At this time of increased focus on healthy indoor air and wellness at home, it is vital that all product claims are based on good science. We congratulate SIJO on passing our rigorous scientific standards and offering consumers bedding options that are proven to create a healthier indoor air environment.”
