ASTM D 7641 : 2021
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Standard Guide for Textile Fibers
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26-10-2021
1.1This guide lists fibers used to manufacture textile products.
1.2Specific groups of fibers are identified using tables of standard classification.
1.2.1Animal fibers are identified by commercial name, biological name, end use, and geographic source.
1.2.2Vegetable fibers are identified by commercial name, botanical name, staple length or description, and geographic source.
1.2.3Mineral fibers are identified by commercial name, mineralogical name, chemical description, and geographic source.
1.2.4Manufactured fibers are identified by commercial name, generic name, and major component.
1.3Major fiber types used for textile purposes are further classified.
1.3.1Manufactured fibers are identified as having either an organic base or inorganic base.
1.3.2Natural fibers are identified as having a cellulosic, protein, or mineral base.
1.4A glossary of generic names and definitions for manufactured fibers is included as additional information.
1.5This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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