Stock material or miscellaneous articles – Web or sheet containing structurally defined element or... – Including interlaminar mechanical fastener
Patent
1994-01-28
1996-03-05
Lesmes, George F.
Stock material or miscellaneous articles
Web or sheet containing structurally defined element or...
Including interlaminar mechanical fastener
428364, 428365, 800DIG27, 139420B, D04H 100
Patent
active
054966230
ABSTRACT:
Naturally flame resistant cotton fiber is provided. The naturally flame resistant cotton fiber of the present invention is used to produce fabric that complies with flammability safety regulations without application of a flame retardant chemical, or with application of reduced amounts of flame retardant chemical compared to fabric made from known cotton fiber. The flame resistant cotton fiber of the present invention can be used to produce articles of manufacture including garments, linens, mattresses and upholstery such as that used in home furnishings, motor vehicles and airplanes. Naturally flame resistant colored cotton fiber is provided that can be advantageously used to produce fabric and articles of manufacture that are not treated with chemical dyes or fire retardants. Cotton plant varieties that produce naturally flame resistant cotton fiber, as well as methods for the breeding and selection of these varieties, are provided.
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Choi Kathleen L.
Lesmes George F.
Natural Cotton Colours, Inc.
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