What DECITEX - Smart textiles does

DECITEX - Smart Textiles is a privately held French manufacturer of professional microfiber cleaning textiles, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Hallennes-lez-Haubourdin near Lille. The company designs and produces microfiber cloths (lavettes), mops, and compatible cleaning equipment for the professional hygiene market, with manufacturing in France (Lille area, passive building producing Dispomop Infinite at 60,000 units/day) and, since 2023, in Oradea, Romania through its subsidiary Decitex RO. Its core technology platforms are the patented Ultimate Technology (alternating front design for soil removal and 100% microfiber back for retention in a single pass), the Infinite Technology using Freudenberg EVOLON recycled microfiber (up to 500 washes, 70% rPET), VMP velour-microfiber polyester, and ultrasonic cutting for low particle release. The portfolio spans single-use wipes and mops, short-use products, and long-life reusable textiles, complemented by handles, frames, and ergonomic accessories (Ergoflex, Curve, Sherlock with patented rotating joint, Watson telescopic handle).

The company sells through a sales-led B2B motion with direct customer service handling orders, technical data-sheet requests for tender specification, and participation in industry exhibitions such as Europropre. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customers are primarily European healthcare institutions (a disclosed list of 11 French/Swiss university and general hospitals with 35+ hospital customers overall), alongside cleaning-services companies, industrial clients (food processing, pharma, cleanrooms), HORECA, public-sector collectivités, and the automotive sector. The Dispomop single-use microfiber mop, launched in 2003 and a Europropre innovation award winner, remains the flagship product; recent launches (2021-2025) build out the Infinite sustainability sub-brand, the Dx1 European-made tender line, and a window-cleaning system.

The business model is a one-time product sale of physical consumables and equipment into professional cleaning channels, with sustainability (recycled rPET, Nordic Swan ecolabel), validated chemical-free efficacy (EN16615, 99.999%+ bacterial reduction per COFRAC testing), and ergonomic design as the primary differentiation axes. Distribution is direct-to-customer-service plus specification in public tenders; there is no disclosed revenue, no public listing, and no external funding rounds, indicating an organic-growth, family/private-equity style operating model with a small 12-person team.

Name

DECITEX - Smart textiles

Legal name

Decitex Smart Textiles

Website

https://decitex.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

DECITEX is a privately held French manufacturer of patented microfiber cleaning textiles (cloths, mops, and compatible equipment) serving European healthcare facilities, cleaning companies, and industrial clients with chemical-free, sustainability-certified products.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Cleaning Textiles

NAICS

Broom, Brush, and Mop Manufacturing (339994), Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (3256)

SIC

Soap, Detergents, Cleang Preparations, Perfumes, Cosmetics (2840)

akta.pro primary industry

Microfiber Cloths, Wipes & Cleaning Towels (Reusable) (CRAJAIAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Eco-Friendly Cleaning Tools & Accessories (Reusable/Compostable) (CRAJAOAJ)

Keywords

• Microfiber cleaning products
• Professional hygiene textiles
• Cleaning mops and wipes
• Hospital cleaning supplies
• Industrial cleaning equipment

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Microfiber Cleaning Products: Sale of microfiber cleaning textiles including lavettes (cloths), mops, and disposable/single-use products for surface and floor cleaning.
2. Cleaning Equipment: Sale of cleaning equipment including handles, frames, ergonomic products, and accessories compatible with microfiber products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

DECITEX designs and manufactures professional microfiber cleaning textiles including single-use mops, short-use and long-life reusable mops, microfiber wipes and cloths (lavettes), dusting gloves, window cleaning covers, and compatible cleaning equipment such as telescopic handles, aluminium frames, and ergonomic accessories. Products are sold to healthcare facilities, cleaning companies, industrial users, HORECA, public institutions, and the automotive sector. The company's microfiber technology enables cleaning with water only — eliminating chemicals — while achieving 99.999%+ bacterial reduction per EN16615 standard.

Product overview

DECITEX is a manufacturer of smart microfiber cleaning textiles. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized into Surface Products (lavettes/wipes for surface cleaning), Floor Products (mops for floor cleaning and care), and Equipment (handles, frames, and accessories). Key technology platforms include patented Ultimate Technology (alternating design for soil removal and absorption), Infinite Technology (recycled microfiber), and MiNi Range (compact 23x35cm format products). Surface products range from single-use items (Miniroll, Disporoll, Dispoglove, Dispocover) to long-life reusable wipes (NT 100 Infinite, T200, T320 Infinite, Mini 350). Floor products include single-use mops (Dispomop®, Ultimate Dispomop®), short-use mops (Dispomop® 3D, Ultimate 3D Infinite), and long-use mops (Dx1 Infinite, Ultimate Duo, Ultimate DeLux). Equipment includes reservoir handles (Fluid II Bacteriostatic, EC'Water), telescopic handles (Watson, Telescopic Handle, Mini Telescopic Handle), frames (Sherlock, Aluminium frame, Breakframe), and ergonomic accessories (Ergoflex, Curve, PAD). The company manufactures in France (Lille area) and Romania (Oradea) with products sold primarily in Europe to healthcare facilities, cleaning services, and industrial clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dispomop: Single-use microfiber mop product line - the company's flagship product launched in 2003
• Ultimate Technology
• Infinite Technology
• MiNi

Products and services

• Mini 260
• Mini 350
• MAXI
• Chronodry
• Miniroll
• Disporoll
• Dispomop® Original single-use microfiber mop for floor cleaning. Designed for healthcare and professional cleaning with color-coded hygiene protocols. Made in France.
• Dispomop® 3D Short-use microfiber mop (50x11.5cm) with 3D structure for enhanced cleaning. 50 wash lifespan even with bleach/high temperature. COFRAC tested showing 4+ log bacterial reduction. 100% recyclable.
• Dispomop® Infinite Recycled single-use microfiber mop made from 100% rPET (recycled PET). EN16615 COFRAC tested showing 4.34 log bacterial reduction. Manufactured in a passive building near Lille, France.
• Ultimate Dispomop® New generation single-use microfiber mop with Ultimate technology. Made in France. Five color options. COFRAC tested showing 4.81 log bacterial reduction. Ultra-low particle release.
• Dry Dispomop® Electrostatic microfiber gauze for single-use sweeping (45x14cm). Works by electrostatic effect attracting dust when dry. 3x thicker than impregnated gauze and never tears.
• Curve
• PAD
• V200 Infinite Recycled microfiber wipe (50x40cm) for smooth surfaces. 80% rPET. Jacquard weave + knit construction. 300 wash lifespan.
• Ultimate 3D Infinite Short-use recycled microfiber mop. 100% recycled materials. Extremely low micro-particle release (Low A category). 80 wash lifespan with bleach/high temperature resistance. Patented Ultimate technology.
• Ultimate Duo - grey Infinite Recycled microfiber sweeping mop dedicated to electrostatic sweeping. Retains hair, fur and large residues in front while finer particles handled by back. Patented Ultimate technology with rigid oriented filaments. 500+ wash lifespan.
• Ultimate Duo - white Infinite Premium recycled microfiber mop for wet mopping. Most versatile in range, effective on non-slip floors. Patented Ultimate technology. 950g/m² density, 50-100m² coverage. 500+ wash lifespan.
• Ultimate DeLux Triple action microfiber mop (washing, drying, absorption). Can cover 100m²+ and absorb half-liter spills. Patented Ultimate technology. Lightweight and compact.
• Dx1 Infinite Recycled universal microfiber mop. European-made alternative to Asian imports. VMP technology for lightweight design, 30m²+ cleaning capacity. 350 wash lifespan.
• Ultimate DX1 Infinite New generation recycled universal microfiber mop. European manufactured. Ultimate technology boosting efficiency with higher microfiber proportion. For all floor types, walls, ceilings. 350 wash lifespan.
• Twist M600 Steam cleaning and smooth floor microfiber mop. 50% microfibre / 50% polyester twisted yarn. Excellent absorption with minimal water left on surface. European-made.
• NT 100 Infinite Recycled microfiber wipe (40x36cm). Patented EVOLON technology by Freudenberg. Made from 70% recycled materials (rPET). Nordic Swan certified. Food contact approved. 100 wash lifespan.
• T200
• T320 Infinite Premium recycled microfiber wipe (32x32cm). Superpol knitting technology with unique loop design. 500 wash lifespan.
• Mini 320 Infinite MiNi format (23x35cm) premium recycled microfiber wipe. Superpol knitting technology with unique loop design. 35% rPET. 500 wash lifespan.
• Mini Log 5 Infinite Mini format (23x35cm) premium recycled microfiber wipe for eco-cleaning protocols. Certified Nordic Swan ecolabel. Extremely low micro-particle release (A+ category). 35% rPET. EN16615 tested with 99.9992% reduction of Staphylococcus aureus.
• Mini 200
• Dispocover Single-use microfiber cover for Ergoflex support (52x7.5cm). Ultrasonic cut edges for very low particle release. For dusting in sensitive areas.
• Dispoglove Single-use microfiber glove (23x15cm). Electrostatic dusting when dry; wet use for mechanical soil removal and capillary absorption. White color shows effectiveness.
• Ergodust
• Handy
• Mop V200
• Ultimate Window Washer Microfiber cover with elastic and scratch fastening for T-bar supports. Patented Ultimate technology with scraping side for stubborn dirt and microfiber side for homogeneous solution application. Made in Europe.
• Window Squeegee Squeegee for streak-free window cleaning. Natural rubber blade with brass holder. Articulated handle from -90° to +90°. Brass, stainless steel, polypropylene construction.
• T-Bar Articulated support for Ultimate Window Washer microfiber cover. Aluminium, polypropylene, brass construction. 145g weight.
• Fluid II Bacteriostatic Premium reservoir handle with Goldshield® bacteriostatic treatment. 500ml capacity, 3 spray jets. Aluminum rod, covers up to 140m². Weight 600g.
• EC'Water Universal reservoir handle. 400ml capacity, top actuation. Compact and lightweight at 450g. Black design with 5 cap color options.
• Watson Universal telescopic handle (160cm) with rotating handle inspired by Fluid design. Quarter-turn locking system. 6 color options. Reduces musculoskeletal disorders. Compatible with most frames.
• Telescopic Handle
• Mini Telescopic Handle
• Sherlock
• Aluminium Frame Original universal aluminium frame (since July 2000) with patented ball joint. 360° rotation, anti-slip design. Sizes 30cm-120cm. Detachable parts for easy maintenance.
• Breakframe
• Ergoflex Flexible handle for difficult access areas. Tri-layer hydrophobic construction. 55cm length. Works with Ergodust (washable 300x) or Dispocover (single-use) covers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.999%+ bacterial reduction with water only (EN16615 tested by COFRAC laboratory)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vileda Professional: Freudenberg's professional cleaning brand offering microfiber cloths, mops and cleaning systems for healthcare, HoReCa, and industrial customers in Europe. Most direct competitor to Decitex in the B2B microfiber hygiene segment and notable because Freudenberg's EVOLON material is also a Decitex supplier.
• Chicopee (Faber Industries): European manufacturer of microfiber and nonwoven cleaning wipes, mops and wiping solutions sold to professional hygiene channels. Closely comparable product mix and customer base, including healthcare and food service.
• TTS Cleaning: Italian manufacturer of professional cleaning trolleys, microfiber mops, and pre-impregnated cleaning systems. Strong European footprint and overlapping healthcare/HORECA customer base.
• Vermop: German manufacturer of professional cleaning equipment including microfiber mop systems, frames, and handles. Comparable product portfolio and similar focus on European healthcare and contract cleaning segments.
• Unger: German-founded manufacturer of professional cleaning tools including microfiber cleaning systems, squeegees, and telescopic handles. Comparable equipment-side offering (handles, frames) and overlapping professional cleaning end markets.
• Spontex: French manufacturer of household and professional cleaning textiles including microfiber cloths and sponges. Same French origin and overlapping product category, though stronger consumer orientation.

Broad incumbents

• Rubbermaid Commercial Products: Large US-based manufacturer of commercial cleaning equipment, microfiber mops, and waste handling solutions. Broader portfolio than Decitex but competes head-on in the healthcare/institutional cleaning segment.
• 3M Commercial Cleaning: Global conglomerate offering commercial cleaning products including microfiber pads and chemical-cleaning solutions. Competes with Decitex in healthcare and facility cleaning tenders through a much wider portfolio.
• Kimberly-Clark Professional: Manufacturer of professional wiping products (WypAll, Kimtech) for industrial, healthcare, and cleanroom applications. Competes in adjacent wiping categories and overlaps in cleanroom/low-particle-release specifications.

Emerging players

• Hydroflex: German-based specialist in flat and microfiber cleaning systems with a focus on pre-impregnated cleaning for healthcare and HoReCa. Niche overlap with Decitex on flat microfiber technology and similar end markets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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