Durable Non-Reactive Flame-Retardant Finishes for Cotton

1 March 1968

journal article
research article
Published by SAGE Publications in Textile Research Journal

Vol. 38 (3) , 273-279
https://doi.org/10.1177/004051756803800308

Abstract

One of the properties of all fiber-reactive, flame-retardant finishes for cottons is reduced fabric tear strength which results in reduced wear life. Decreased mobility within the fabric structure due to cross-linking reactions of the finish is the cause of tear strength losses. Currently available non-reactive finishes have limited durability to laundering. Tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, combined with small amounts of polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl acetate, or acrylic polymers and applied to fabrics or garments from organic solvents, provides flame resistance to cotton fabrics which is durable to 15 accelerated mobile launderings.

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Flame Retardants for Cotton Using APO and APS-THPC Resins
Textile Research Journal, 1957