Overview The national mandatory standards GB 18401-2010 and GB 31701-2015 clearly state that textile products for apparel, decoration, and home use sold in China must undergo pH testing and meet the relevant safety requirements. Now, let’s take a closer look…

Fabric density and cover factor describe two different parts of a woven fabric. Density counts the warp and weft yarns in a specified length. Cover factor estimates how much of the fabric surface those yarns cover. Because yarn diameter and…

On a cotton dyeing and finishing line, dull lustre, weak shade development, excessive shrinkage, and poor fabric flatness often lead the team back to the dye recipe. From our factory view, the first check should be the cotton mercerization process.…

Yarn twist is one of the most important factors in spinning. It does much more than hold fibers together. It shapes yarn diameter, strength, elongation, elasticity, luster, and hand feel. In practice, the right twist level helps a yarn perform…

1. What Are Dyes? A dye is a colored organic compound that gives color to textile fibers. However, not every colored organic compound can be used as a dye. In general, a suitable dye should meet four basic requirements. Color…

Dry and wet crocking fastness can show opposite results on polyester and lyocell fabrics. Polyester often has lower dry rubbing fastness than wet rubbing fastness. Lyocell often shows the reverse pattern, with better dry rubbing and weaker wet rubbing. Fiber…

Across the textile and apparel industry, attention usually goes to finished fabrics, garment silhouettes, and new materials. Few people look back at the first and least visible stage of production: yarn spinning. Spinning does not produce a polished garment or…

In the textile and apparel market, few fabrics feel as distinctive as linen. While many trendy fabrics chase smoothness, wrinkle resistance, flawlessness, and easy care, linen takes a very different path. It wrinkles easily, feels slightly crisp, needs proper care,…

Today, we are taking a closer look at Pima cotton, often called the “aristocrat of cotton.” Known for its extra-long fibers, soft touch, strength, and natural luster, Pima cotton has become a popular choice for premium clothing and home textiles.…