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Substance similar to natural silk extracted from the corneous part of the bodies of insects and crustaceans, used to produce artificial fibres similar to those of natural silk.
The Centro Tessile Cotoniero ed Abbigliamento S.p.A., following the Inspection Report n. 0907342, has renewed until October 11th 2010 the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I Certificate, articles for newborn babies. →
Very promising early results for the PURACQUA Project, "Bioabsorption with inactivated fungal biomass". →
Process somtimes following raising, whereby the raised fibres are trimmed. →
Forms as a result of natural rubbing of the fibres (especially synthetic fibres lacking in moisture). Can cause discomfort and sometimes forms of allergy. Is contrasted with special treatments. →
Trimming of the edges of the fabric to remove selvage. →
Preparation of yarn on appropriate spool for dyeing. →