Platypus Australia producers of UV Protective clothing, kids bathing suits and sun protective swimwear, including matching Beachwear and rash shirts. Designed to mix-and-match, the UV protective clothing is for kids who like to be active, comfortable and stylish and yet, protected from the sun. Platypus Australia strives to achieve high quality garments and sun protective swimwear with good fit, at affordable prices, backed by fast and friendly service.

Platypus Australia's apparel ensures the wearer maximum sun protection, blocking out at least 97.5% of harmful ultraviolet radiation, meeting the strict criteria's of both the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) and the British Standard for ultraviolet radiation.

The Australian Standard AS/NZS4399:1996 as set by Standards Australia outlines an Ultraviolet Protection Factor Classification System.

An Ultraviolet Protection Factor of UPF 50+ is the highest sun protection rating offered by ARPANSA. UPF 50+ blocks out more than 97.5% of the Ultraviolet Radiation. No higher standard than UPF 50+ is recognized by ARPANSA.

ARPANSA require all companies to submit their fabrics/colours for testing each season, before they issue a license to purchase the UPF 50+ swing tags. The ARPANSA UPF 50+ Swing Tag is your guarantee of Maximum Sun Protection.

In the UK, Platypus Australia also follows the British Standard EN13758-2 UPF 40+ for Ultraviolet Radiation, guaranteeing maximum protection.

Hints to care for your Platypus Australia Swimwear

Rinse well in cool water after use

Hand wash with mild detergent

Do not machine wash

Do not pack or store while wet

Do not bleach, soak or iron

Drip dry in shade, do not tumble dry

Be careful with rough surfaces such as concrete and swimming pool edges

Because of the tight weave of the fabric, sand can easily be trapped. Remove all sand grains by rinsing your garment or carefully stretch dry fabric over thumbnail and sand will drop out.

Baby Banz, found its start in "the land down under," one of the harshest UV climates in the world. One Australian’s fruitless search for a proper pair of baby sunglasses for his infant son forced him to take action, leading to the development of the Original Baby Banz sunglasses.

First introduced to the American market in 2002, Baby Banz are best known for their unique wrap-around, banded design and 100% UV protective lenses. Often imitated, but never duplicated, Baby Banz continue to be the standard for baby and children's sunglasses and UV protection worldwide.

Baby Banz are the keystone for the expanding Baby Banz Protection Collection that includes: adjustable baby and toddler sun hats, UPF 50 swimwear and flap hats, our cool new Retro Banz and for winter, mirrored Ski Banz. Baby Banz sells its Protection Collection line nationwide in a variety of outlets including optical and specialty baby stores.

Baby Banz has not only made a name for itself in the United States, but across the globe as Baby Banz products can be found in countries including as South Africa, Japan, Germany, China, Greece, Switzerland, France and England to name a few. The Baby Banz US headquarters and shipping warehouse is located in Missouri with corporate offices in Australia.

In an ever deteriorating UV climate, Baby Banz is steadfast in its ongoing effort to preserve the sensitive eyes and precious skin of little ones everywhere.  Baby Banz is committed to developing children's UV protective sunglasses, hats, accessories and swimwear that not only protect them from the sun's harmful UV rays, but are also comfortable, fun to wear and strong enough to last.

Banz Sun Protection Swimwear Collection Size Charts

The charts below provide product measurements for your reference.

Please measure your child before ordering to be assured a proper fit.

*Banz swimwear is loosefitting for your child's comfort. If your child is measuring between two sizes, we recommend opting for the larger size. If you have any questions