Textile Info
Overview of natural fibers & filaments
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Natural fibers & filaments are divided into 3 subcategories
Cellulosic
Cellulosic fibers are obtained from plants stems (bast fibres), leaves or seeds.
Protein
Protein or keratin fibers and filaments are obtained from hair and silk from animals.
Mineral
Mineral fibers are obtained from minerals.
Only 1 type of fiber meets this category, the asbestos fiber, which is banned in many countries because of health risks.
Cellulosic fibres
Natural cellulosic fibres are obtained from plants stems (bast fibers), leaves or seeds.
Bast
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Leaves
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Seeds
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Natural – Cellulosic – Bast fibers
Flax
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Hemp
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Jute
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Ramie
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Natural – Cellulosic – Leaf fibers
Manila
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Sisal
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Natural – Cellulosic – Seed fibers
Cotton
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Coconut
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Capok
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