Daiwabo Rayon has developed a water repellent rayon material marketed under the Eco Repellas brand name. The material is coated with the fiber face of a non-flourine based material and the nonwoven fabric is able to repel weak acid in the pH that provides function other than water repellency or deodorizing.

Eco Repellas can be used in applications like diapers and other sanitary materials where it can offer biodegradability and other benefits and can be a viable alternative to polyolefin-based nonwoven fabrics.