chronicle april07

Exactly your chemistry.

A Clariant Chemicals (India) Limited publication for the Textile, Leather, Paper & Allied processing industries

April 2007

th28 year of Publication

Contents

Corporate Product Safety (CPS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Pantone and Clariant Partnership. . . . 4

Sense the difference with Clariant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

New Arrivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Colour ChronicleApril 2007

Textile

Leather

Paper

Clariant Consultancy Service Section

New Arrivals

Inside View

Apparel & Fashion

Corporate Product Safety (CPS)

Gleanings from Press

Pantone and Clariant Partnership. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Lyocell Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Sense the difference with Clariant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Leather Spring Summer 2008 Trends. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Emulsions for Paper application. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Eganal PS Liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Bactosol CO ip Liquid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Ceraperm MD Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Pantone and Clariant Partner

New Tools, Technology and Services will Increase Speed-to-Market and Reduce Costs for Designers, Manufacturers and Retailers

CARLSTADT, N.J. and MUTTENZ, Switzerland – March 8, 2007 – Pantone, Inc., the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, and the Textile Business of Clariant International Ltd., one of the world's largest textile colorant and chemical producers, today announced a strategic partnership that will turn textile color development into a vehicle for increased productivity and revenue for the fashion and home furnishings industries worldwide.

This partnership pairs the trusted color and trend expertise synonymous with the PANTONE® Brand and Clariant's global network of colorant and application technology specialists. For businesses whose success hinges on an efficient and accurate color development workflow, the Pantone and Clariant partnership will offer a “SMART” solution that delivers a faster, more precise and technically-sound end product anywhere in the world.

“There is a great deal of synergy between Pantone and Clariant that enables us to dramatically improve the color development process with a variety of new tools, technologies and support services,” said Lisa Herbert, executive vice president, Pantone, Inc. “Pantone and Clariant share the same vision for streamlining the color development workflow so designers and retailers can expect and achieve accurate color reproduction every time. Through this partnership, we are now able to provide tools and services for every aspect of the design process from inspiration through production, empowering our customers to maintain the integrity of their creative vision.”

“Clariant's technical expertise makes us the best company in the industry to provide true, accurate matches to PANTONE Colors,” said Peter Piringer, Head of Clariant's Textile, Leather & Paper Division. “This means that today's top name brands and retailers save money and critical time in the color.

development cycle. Our partnership with Pantone offers designers, manufacturers and retailers a network with unparalleled skill in color development, communication and technology to expedite perfect color coordination for new product lines on a global basis.”

This new partnership will connect the vast number of users of the PANTONE FASHION + HOME Color System around the world with Clariant's global network of technical specialists and state-of-the-art colorants technology. Together, the two companies will better service the world's textile industry, which is increasingly challenged with specifying and executing color on a global scale. The partners' combined capabilities will improve the color matching and approval cycle, potentially reducing color development times and the associated management costs by 50% or more.

As a result of this partnership, designers, retailers and their vendors will have access to the technical expertise, specifications and tools that will enable them to accurately and efficiently match any of the 1,925 colors in the PANTONE FASHION + HOME Color System anywhere in the world. Beginning in March

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to Advance Color Development for Textile Industry2007, Pantone and Clariant will introduce new products and services that will enable users to take advantage of technology and workflow advancements on a global basis.

Pantone, Inc. has been the world’s color authority for more than 40 years, providing design professionals with products and services for the colorful exploration and expression of creativity. Always a source for color inspiration, Pantone now offers paint and designer-inspired products and services for consumers. More information is available at

www.pantone.com

About Pantone, Inc.

Lyocell Fiber

Lyocell is a natural, man-made fiber produced in an environment-friendly process from wood pulp and has become popular in clothing because it is absorbent and comfortable for wear, especially in conditions of high humidity.

Lyocell was developed by Courtaulds Fibers (now Acordis Cellulosic Fibers), an international supplier of rayon. It entered the consumer market in 1991. The properties and production processes were unique enough for the Federal Trade Commission to designate it as a separate fiber group. The trade name for lyocell produced by Acordis is Tencel®. Lenzing Fibers, another major manufacturer of rayon, has also entered the lyocell market. This product is marketed as Lenzing lyocell. An improved fiber, in terms of performance and properties, lyocell is also friendly to the environment. Virtually all of the chemicals used in the production process are reclaimed. The resulting fiber, lyocell, is both biodegradable and recyclable.

Lyocell is a manufactured fiber, but it is not synthetic. It is made from wood pulp harvested from tree farms for this purpose. Because it is made from a plant material, it is cellulosic and possesses many properties of other cellulose fibers, such as cotton, linen, ramie, and rayon - another manufactured but non-synthetic fiber.

In many ways, lyocell is more similar to cotton than it is to rayon. Like other cellulosic fibers, it is breathable, absorbent, and generally

Properties and Characteristics

Details Tencel Viscose Cotton Polynosics

Count (dtex) 1.4-1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7

Dry Tenacity (CN/tex) 41 25 28 38

Dry Extension (%) 13 17 10 11

Wet Tenacity (CN/tex) 34 14 32 26

Wet Extension (%) 16 21 11 12

comfortable to wear. In fact, lyocell is more absorbent than cotton and silk, but less so than wool, linen, and rayon. It can take high ironing temperatures, but like other cellulosics will scorch, not melt, if burned, and is susceptible to mildew and damage by silverfish. Cellulosic fibers are not resilient, which means they wrinkle. Lyocell has moderate resiliency. It does not wrinkle as badly as rayon, cotton, or linen.Also, slight shrinkage is typical in lyocell garments. Stability, overall, is similar to that of silk and better than cotton or linen.

Lyocell has strength and durability. It is the strongest cellulosic fiber when dry, even stronger than cotton or linen and is stronger than cotton when wet. Lyocell is much stronger than rayon when wet. This property of high wet strength usually determines the extent to which fabrics can be machine washed successfully.

Physical Characteristics

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Other desirable properties of lyocell are its luster and soft drape which makes it an aesthetically pleasing fiber. Since it is a manufactured fiber, the diameter and length of fibers can be varied. Lyocell can be made into microfibers (very fine fibers), offering depth and body to fabrics combined with luxurious drape. Short staple length fibers give a cotton-like look to fabrics. Long filament fibers are successful in silk-like end uses. Lyocell blends well with other fibers including wool, silk, rayon, cotton, linen, nylon, and polyester. It successfully takes many finishes, both functional and those designed to achieve different surface effects, and dyes easily. Overall, lyocell is a versatile fiber with many desirable properties.

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+Every kind of regenerated cellulosic fibre shows a skin-core structure. The skin part has an amorphous structure while the core part shows a highly crystalline oriented one. Their specific repartition inside the Lyocell fibre leads to unique remarkable properties called fibrillation.

+All regenerated cellulosic fibers (not cotton) lose a part of their tensile strength in water; this loss is significantly less for Lyocell fibers.

As with conventionally manufactured cotton fabric, there are many steps and processes involved in production of Lyocell. The major steps are:

1. creating a solvent solution from wood pulp2. spinning Lyocell fiber from the solvent solution3. washing Lyocell fiber to remove

solvents drying fiber and producing yarns

4. drying fiber and producing yarns

Lyocell Fibers – Production Process

Lyocell fibers – production process

Amine Oxide

Mix

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Filter

Spin

Wash

Finish

Dry

Crimp TENCEL FIBRE

Purify

Evaporate

Wood pulp

+Step 1 – Creating a solvent solution from wood pulp The manufacturing process for Lyocell is based on the principle of direct solvent spinning. The wood pulp solution is produced in a straight salvation process by dissolving wood pulp at high temperatures

and pressures in a non-toxic organic solvent solution of amine oxide, particularly N-methylmorpholine N-oxide, which is reclaimed and recycled in a “closed loop” spinning process conserving energy and water. Up to 99% of the solvent is recovered and reused. The wood pulp can come from a variety of sources, such as wood chips or even large rolls of paper that have been finely shredded, depending upon the manufacture's technologies.

+Step 2 – Spinning Lyocell fiber from the solvent solution Before being formed into fibers, the fiber-producing substances for all manufactured fibers is in a thick liquid state. In the spinning process this liquid is forced through a spinneret. The clear viscous resultant solution is filtered and extruded into an aqueous bath of dilute amine oxide, and coagulated into fiber form. This process does not involve any direct chemical reaction and the diluted amine oxide is purified and reused.

+Step 3 – Washing Lyocell fiber to remove solventsThe fiber is then washed before it is dried and twisted or spun into yarns, which are woven or knitted into fabrics or garments.

+Step 4 – Drying fiber and producing yarnsWhen the filament dries or solidifies, it forms what is called a continuous filament fiber. Many continuous filaments of specific thicknesses collected in a large bundle called a “tow”. Strands of continuous filament fibers are then twisted together to form a continuous filament yarn, which is then woven or knit.

A unique property of Lyocell is that the fibers “fibrillate” when wet and are mechanically agitated. The fibrils peel off along the surface of individual fibres when they are:

+Swollen in water+Undergoing a mechanical stress in wet

state.+The fibres split into many small fibrils

attached to the base fibres.+Abrasion causes fibrils to break, one

break giving two fibrils.

New fashion looksThe high degree of fibrillation of Lyocell fibre provides the basis for new fabrics exhibiting

+different soft handle+the peach-skin effect

Fibrillation

+neppy appearance+Distressed "frosty" look ....

ConstraintsOn another hand if the fibrillation is not properly controlled:

+crease marks, greying may appear+recurrent fibrillation could spoil the

goods during consumer's washing+Pills would be entangled from badly

fibrillated fibres.

Effect of temperature and pH on Fibrillation (Courtaulds Fibres Chart)

Addition of a lubricant is essential:+to overcome wet rigidity of Lyocell

fibres+to even the prefibrillation+to make the subsequent enzyme

treatment more effectiveA full primary fibrillation is necessary to prevent an excessive post fibrillation during subsequent wet process´steps like dyeing so the choice of the right lubricant employed at the right dosage is important.

I. PEACHSKIN EFFECT stable to washing+Open Width Preparation: including

desizing singeing*, scouring bleaching (continuous machines)

+Fibrillation on jet ( Air-jet-machine ): Primary fibrillation of Fibres ends at surface of the fabric

+Enzymatic defibrillation ( Air-jet-machine ): Removal of fibrillated surface fibers

+Dyeing, Pad Batch or Exhaust on jet: Additionnal removal of fibrillated surface fibres. Generation of secondary fibrillation at fabric surface.

+Treatment on tumbling machine with softener: A Fine secondary fibrillation formed by fibre splitting in exposed areas takes place.

+Finishing on Stenter.* singeing may reduce the intensity of primary fibrillation.

LYOCELL - POSSIBLE PROCESSING ROUTES


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II. CLEAN SURFACE stable to washing+Open Width Preparation: including desizing singeing*, scouring

bleaching (continuous machines)+Fibrillation on jet (Air-jet-machine): Primary fibrillation of Fibres

ends at surface of the fabric+Enzymatic defibrillation (Air-jet-machine): Removal of fibrillated

surface fibers+Dyeing, Pad Batch or Exhaust on jet: Additionnal removal of

fibrillated surface fibres. Generation of secondary fibrillation* at fabric surface.

+Check if: A second enzymatic defibrillation is necessary (selection of reactive dyes, open fabric structure)

+Finishing on Stenter.

LYOCELL FIBRES – PROCESS FIBRILLATION

LR 5:1 to 10:195°C

2°C/min

1-2 g/l Imacol C2G.IN liq

- rinsing

- neutralisation

- clean filterload the goods

0.5-1 g/l Humectol CCheck fibrillation effect

3 g/l Soda ash or

2 ml/l NaOH (36°Bé)

60°C

60 min

5 min60°C

2°C/min

LYOCELL FIBRES – ENZYMATIC DEFIBRILLATIONProcessIt is important to control the temperature and pH to obtain optimum effects. A buffered system is advisable.

After checking degree of defibrillation the enzyme is disactivated under alkaline conditions.

- Rinsing at 40°C twice

- Clean the filter

0.5-1 g/l Humectol C h.c.

pH 5/6.5*

Sirrix 2UD.IN liq

60°C

1-2 g/l Imacol C2G.IN liq

45 min 10 min

1 g/l Soda Ash

Bactosol CA liq conc

0.8% to 1%

DYEING OF LYOCELL FIBRESDRIMAREN / SANDOSPACE R Paste

+As described in the processing routes the primary fibrillation could follow its course during the dyeing of goods in rope of garment form

+Due to crosslinking behaviour certain type of bireactive dyes reduce the fibrillation tendancy during dyeing. The working conditions are also very important like, for example dyeing temperature.

Drimaren K / Drimaren CLDue to the lower dyeing temperature, to the excellent washing off properties of these two families of dyes, the dyeing conditions are mild and lead to reproducible desired effects.

+Primary trials are recommanded to check the influence of the type of Drimaren dyes, the concentration of Sandospace R Paste on to the desired effect.

+Drimagen E2R Liquid is necessary to level the distribution of the dyes during the first step of the dyeing (salt phasis), to control the fixation of the dyes (alkali addition).

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LR: 6:1 to 10:1

Imacol C2G.IN liq

Salt Soda ash

60°C 20´/30´ 20´/30´ 20´to 30´

Drimagen E2R (1-2%)

Drimaren K or CL combined

with 2% to 4% Sandospace R Paste if necessary

*pH 5/6.5 to ensure balance between fibre damage & desire effect.

+2-3 rinsings at 50°C according to depth+Soaping between 80´/95°C with

+Ladipur RSK or Ladiquest 1097.IN liq+pH 9+Imacol C2G.IN liq.

LYOCELL FIBRES – FINISHING ROUTES

The recommendations given here for LYOCELL and TENCEL fibers are guidelines. Specific recipes must be formulated together with the customer on the basis of the quality of his substrate and available machines.

Telluric treatment to produce fibrillated surfaces

Scouring/Desizing 1g/l Imerol PCJ liquid

Desizing 2ml/l Bactosol PHC Liquid HC0Sirrix 2UD.IN Liq pH 6, 20mins at 60 C

0Causticizing 6 Be NaOH01ml/l Imerol PCJ Liquid 60mins at 70 C

1ml/l Imacol C Liquid conc

Enzyme Treatment ca.1% Bactosol CA Liq conc 0(before or after dyeing) Sirrix 2UD.INLiq pH 5.5, 40 min at 60 C

Telluric Treatment 3-5% Pumice Stones

(after dyeing) 0.5-1% Bactosol CA Liq conc

1ml/l Imacol C Liquid conc0Sirrix 2UD.IN Liq pH 5.5, 40 min at 60 C

Finishing: 1-3% Solusoft MW Liq0Exhaust Process 1-3% Sandosoft PNLI pH 5, 20 mins at 40 C

Finishing: 10-30g/l Solusoft MW Liq pick-up 70-80%0Pad Process 10-30g/l Ceraperm MN Liq dry at 130 C

Drying and tumbler Treatment High speed tumbling machines are recommended so as to ensure an effective enzyme wash.

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Prevention of fibrillation during dyeing (jet)

Wet cross linking

Up to now very little other than "peach skin" effects were required on fabrics of 100% Tencel or Lyocell and their blends. These were achieved through fibrillation processes on special machines with Bactosol CA Liq conc treatment followed by "telluric" treatment.Smooth finishes are increasingly in demand. Fibrillation is not desired, particularly on knit goods. Since this undesired fibrillation is produced by minimal mechanical stress during wet processes, we have developed processes which prevent fibrillation, e.g. during dyeing on the jet.

After desizing (e.g. pad roll desizing) and scouring, the goods are dried in open width. The cross linking agent solution is then padded (pickup ca. 80%) and the goods rolled up and batched with rotation for 22-24 h. Re-rolling after 1 - 2 h is recommended to equalize any swelling tension. After washing off and neutralizing, the goods can be dyed without any disturbing fibrillation.

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Recipe:50 - 150 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc80 - 100 g/l Hydrochloric acid 80%2 g/l Sandozin NIN Liquid

+pad cold, pickup ca 80 %+roll+after ca. 1 h re-roll and wrap in plastic

film+batch with rotation for 22-24 h+rinse thoroughly cold and at 60°C+neutralize with 1.5 - 2 g/l soda ash at

50°C+rinse hot and cold+if necessary neutralize with acetic acid+Rinse cold.

The amount of cross linking agent depends on the material and whether this wet cross linking is intended to stabilize fibrillation as well as prevent greying during subsequent domestic laundering. The depth of the dyeing may be affected so it is advisable to determine the optimum recipe in pretrials.

With wet-cross linked goods it is virtually impossible to produce a peach skin effect by an enzymatic/telluric treatment. Macro- and micro-fibrillation are blocked and the surface remains smooth.

A mercerization process at 22-27°Bé also achieves blocking of undesired fibrillation. The goods can be dyed on the jet but contrast to wet cross linking, micro fibrillation is still possible by applying an enzymatic treatment. The effects show relatively good wash fastness so that finishing with Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc can be omitted in some cases. In any case the amount of Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc can be reduced. Anyway, it is important that permanent softeners are applied in finishing (exhaust or pad).

Whether wet cross linking or mercerization is carried out also depends on the following factors:

+available machines (mercerizing machine, padder for CPB process)

+whether total blocking or micro fibrillation is required

+quality of goods+construction of the goods+Dyeing process, etc.

Both methods have advantages and disadvantages. The most suitable process must be selected in each case together with the customer.

Complaints about unsightly garments after only

Mercerization

Greying and fibrillation in domestic laundering

one or two washes are steadily increasing.

The garment containing Lyocell/Tencel which was prepared, finished and made up with so much care was washed by the housewife according to the recommendation in a gentle programme at 40°C. In spite of this the mechanical stress in the washing machine was sufficient to cause severe fibrillation of the surface and a grey appearance of the goods.Often after the first wash the special soft flowing handle of this fibre has disappeared and left a hard, board like fabric. This is the result of using the wrong, non-permanent softener during finishing.

We recommend our permanent softeners from the Sandoperm and Ceraperm ranges for this special, eco-friendly hi-tech fibre of the superior class. Garments finished with these softeners are still soft and comfortable to wear after several washes. These permanent softeners also contribute to protection of the environment because they remain on the fibre and are not washed into the effluent.But!Even they cannot prevent fibrillation during domestic washing.

There are various possible methods of achieving washing machine-resistant goods:

+Resin finishing with Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc by the dry curing method together with permanent softeners (see recipes)

+As mentioned above, a higher amount of Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc can be added in wet cross linking before dyeing to achieve fibrillation stabilization for domestic laundering. However, if it is desired to keep the Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc concentration as low as possible before dyeing, it is possible to add a reduced amount of Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc during finishing.

+In many cases mercerization produces adequate stabilization but there is also the possibility of applying Arkofix NDF.IN Liq concin finishing.

If no cross linking agent has been applied before finishing, higher amounts of Arkofix NDF.IN Liq concmust be applied in final finishing.

We recommend the following recipes for resin finishing of knit and woven goods.

Finishing recommendations for pad application:

Knits:0.5 g/l Sandozin NRW Liquid

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40-60 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc12-18 g/l Magnesium Chloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid15-20 g/l Ceraperm MN Liquid20-30 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid

0 170-175 C, 30-25 secs curing time (withoutdrying time)Very good sewability, soft, slightly full, flowing handle, semi-permanent, no fibrillation, no greying even after several domestic washes.

0.5 g/l Sandozin NRW Liquid40-60 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc12-18 g/l Magnesium Chloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid15-25 g/l Ceraperm MN Liq 10-20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid20-30 g/l Hydroperm RPU Liq

0 170-175 C, 30-25 secs curing time (without drying time)Very soft & highly voluminous handle with excellent elasticity and elegant drape of the knit goods. The effects are wash resistant. Very good sewability, no fibrillation, no greying even after several domestic washes.

Woven Goods:0.5 g/l Sandozin NRW Liquid50-80 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc15-24 g/l Magnesium Chloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid (only for shock

curing)20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid25-30 g/l Solusoft MW Liq conc10 g/l Ceraperm MN Liq

o o170-175 C, 30-25secs or 150 C, 4mins, followed by tumbler or sanfor treatmentSoft, smooth, slightly voluminous handle. Cool “silk touch”. Permanent protection against greying in domestic washing. Soft handle even after several washes.

0.5 g/l Sandozin NRW Liquid50-80 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc15-24 g/l Magnesium Chloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid (only for shock

curing)20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid30-40 g/l Hydroperm RPU Liquid

o o170-175 C, 30-25secs or 150 C, 4mins, followed by tumbler or sanfor treatment

Exceptionally soft, voluminous handle with very elegant drape and natural fullness (Body). The volume and soft handle are highly wash resistant. No greying even after several domestic washes through the permanent prevention of fibrillation. Especially on pre-emerized goods, a wash resistant peach skin or velvet effect is achieved with this top finish.

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The Society of Dyers and Colourists (U K) has conferred, Dr N. N. Mahapatra, as Fellow of the Society of Dyers and Colourists. In a

thcommunication sent on 16 January 2007, Mr Kenneth McGhee, Chief Executive & Secratory SDC intorned Dr. Mahapatra of this decision of council of the society

Dr Mahapatra holds B.Sc Tech in Textile Chemistry from UICT, Mumbai University; M.Sc and Ph.D in Chemistry from Utkal University, Orissa; M.B.A from I.M.M. Kolkatta. At present Dr N. N. Mahapatra, Dy. General Manager (Processing), Sutlej Textiles And Industries Limited, K. K. Birla group, Unit; Chenab Textile Mills, Kathua (J & K) is heading the biggest fibre dyeing unit in India.

Dr Mahapatra is having 23 years of experience in Textile Industry. He has worked in units like Jayashree Textile (a unit of Aditya Birla group), Rishra, Hooghly (W. B); Gujarat Spinners Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat; Raymond Kenya; RSWM Ltd (Banswara and Gulabpura units); Churchgate group Nigeria; Reliance Industries; Naroda; Ahmedabad.

Dr Mahapatra's expertise is in various type of fibre dyeing, yarn dyeing, hank dyeing. He is involved in cost reduction, process optimization, erection and commissioning, effluent treatment and new fibre processing in Textile industries.

Dr. N. N. Mahapatra conferred as Fellow of the Society of Dyers and Colourists

He is a Senior Member of American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists and Textile Institute ,Manchester. He is a life member of Textile Association of India, Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers and All India Management Association.

The formal presentation of the diploma of fellowship to Dr Mahapatra will take place at a ceremony to be held in Bradford (U K) on April 27, 2007.

References:-+Thesis of Mrs. Nicolai - TITK - D07407 Rudolstadt+www.fibersource.com+Lyocell - one fiber, many faces ( www.ohioline.osu.edu )


New Cartafen ZFX liq from Clariant has already achieved soaring paper production and significant cost savings in paper mills making brown packaging grades.Cartafen ZFX liq delivers:+Increased paper machine

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+Increased production output per day

+Significant savings in energy and total cost of operation

Because Cartafen ZFX liq is unaffected by the dissolved and colloidal anionic materials in the papermaking furnish, it makes a measurable difference to productivity and

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CLARIANT TAKE FASHION seriously. The company undertake extensive fashion research which is then applied in the creation of finished articles. These unique prototypes demonstrate the potential of the latest leather trends and are shown to tanners at the company's roadshows and customer events across the globe. In addition to the roadshows, Clariant can stage special customer events long before the season begins. They have found a big demand for this in Asia and Latin America because Clariant's fashion experts are closer to the centre of global fashion in Europe.

Clariant have a long history of involvement with garments, leathergoods and footwear. The programme was created to assist tanners with their marketing and the initiative began in Italy with designer, technician and marketing teams working together.

Clariant presented their own fashion articles as long ago as the Semaine du Cuir in Paris twenty years ago. Unlike areas such as automotive and technical leathers, imagination is the key when creating fashion leathers. The fashion group was created as a service led project, taking a strategic approach. Gian Pietro Papa is the designer who has been involved since the beginning. He travels widely and has an overview of what is going on. Clariant also work with London based fashion institutes. Inspiration is taken from a range of sources including architecture, arts, interiors and textures.

Four to five trends are produced each season. Trend forecasts appear twice a year and are

published well in advance of the season. From

Right (from top): Driftwood, Sandy Bay, Brine, Salt Wash, Pebble, Cape Point and Froth.


conception to the final article takes 3-4 months then two more months to bring to the marketplace.

Clariant's Global Colour forecast with real leather samples comes in advance of the trend package to be as timely as possible. These colour moods are now integrated as part of the package and there are three leather collections worldwide.

A key point is that the leathers are reproducible internationally; these are not one-off designs made by hand.

All in all, everyone can benefit from planning well in advance.

THE LATEST FASHION UP! comes with four fresh seasonal statements from Clariant’s Leather Business. The latest forecast for spring-summer 2008 allows tanners to be one step ahead when it comes to leather fashion. The Group’s innovative fashion package includes four trendsetting routes to follow: ‘Pure and Simple’, ‘Fashion Rebellion’, ‘Clean Lines’ and ‘Cool Luxe’.

Developed by Clariant’s International Fashion Group, this stylish promotional kit is

Clariant forecast the latest leather trends for spring-summer 2008

equipped with an eye-catching fashion poster swatched with real leather samples and comprehensive information about trends and corresponding interpretations on leather. All prototype articles are exclusively made by Italian stylists and will be displayed during Clariant’s fashion shows and fairs around the world.

Minimalism, luxury, nature and tough looks are the four key directions to pursue. Pure and Simple reflects precious nature, realised with exclusive colour mixes and finishing effects. Green fashion and products that conjure up a feeling of natural goodness are high profile. The colour palette ranges from pale to earthy shades for a highly sophisticated chic combined with a feeling of natural goodness.

Fashion Rebellion is a reaction to recent girly frills and hourglass silhouettes. Now it is time to toughen up! The current punk, grunge and goth revivals have sparked off a new feeling for tough aggressive looks. Barren concrete interiors, surreal nature and rebellious heavy booted fashion models set the scene. Fashion Rebellion works on opposites using dark summer shades.

LEATHER

Clariant forecast the latest leather trends for Spring Summer 2008

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Pure lines of modern architecture, chic poolside spas and minimalist summer cabins inspire Clariant’s third fashion trend, named Clean Lines. Clean shapes in strong bold colours are used for minimalist summer dresses. Innovative laser-technology or water-based brush-offs – outstanding finishing technologies from Clariant catch the eye of this superb style.

Cool Luxe is represented by a brilliant look. It is inspired by bronze sculptures in warm and cool tones. High gloss leathers, shine and dull effects combine with brilliant colours for a splendid super chic.

Recognizing that all aspects of lifestyle are influenced by fashion moods, Clariant are constantly expanding their fashion activities at a global level to be as close as they can to the looks of tomorrow. A strong focus on quality, worldwide standards, innovation and ecology will always be key for Clariant’s committedfashion team.

Under the motto ‘Fashion up!’ the brand new fashion package will be discussed in further detail with customers. Fashion up! is not only a forward- looking trend adventure – every issue should be a useful tool to integrate art into fashion and open new ways for the future.

For more information please get in touch with Clariant direct or with their local representatives.

Above right from top to bottom:Groen, Bakkie, Skollie, Bitumen, Shanty, Rusty Nail, Rooikop, Château, French Lavender, Hameau, Trianon, Gilded Cherub, Sun King and Fêtes de nuit.

Below from left to right: Jet Black, Crisp White, Ink Spot, Battleship, Red Flag, Bunting and Scanda Blue.


Feel the fashion with Clariant's fascinating new trends in leather.Spring/Summer 2008 Pure and Simple / SevillaneThe Andalusian girl from Seville performs the “Flamenco” in a colourful dress for which the combination of Neosan® 2000 Pigments and Supronil® HK dyes from a perfect match. This colour interplay is achieved using a special screen-printing effect. Thanks to an unique odourless topcoat system, consisting of Melio® EW-346 and Melio® 04-G-129, her elegant perfume can still excite her male audience.

Fashion Rebellion / Eruption The eruption of an aquatic volcano with Melio® 09-L-34 leads to hot magma flowing in the waves of the turbulent ocean – expressed by Neosan® 2000 Pigments. This tough looking military boot shines day and night in a patent style on an aqueous base.

Feel the fashion with Clariant's fascinating new trends in leather.Spring/Summer 2008 Exactly your chemistry.

Cool Luxe / Crystal PearlCrystal Pearl represent a splendid outfit combining luxury with a required “coolness”. The classical style of high gloss is achieved using Melio® 09-L-34 in combination with Melio® Top 297. Opcalin Pearl Pigments reflect the brilliant “luxe”.

Clean Lines / LinoWhere innovation hits basic colours Lino is the catch of the day. A special preground with Melio® Ground CL provides an uniform surface on this yellow-dyed split leather handbag. The clear “Lino-effect” in a reddish shade is applied using a special rollercoating Melio® Aquabase technique with Melio® 06-U-55.

Cartacoat B 640 and Cartacoat B 641 are the building blocksCartacoat B 640: self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymerCartacoat B 641: formaldehyde-free Styrene Acrylate

emulsion copolymer


Emulsions for Paper application

Impregnated Decoration Paper+Typical properties we can tailor:

+Flexibility+Strength+Varnish absorption+Synthetic resin absorption and

compatibility+Optimal Printability

16 PAPER

Wallpaper and Coated wallpaper+Typical properties we can tailor :

+Water resistance+Light fastness+Wet and dry tensile Strength+Tear strength+Printability

Cartacoat B 432 and Cartacoat B 433 are the building blocksCartacoat B 432 : self-crosslinked Vinyl Acrylate emulsion

copolymer for uncoated wallpaperCartacoat B 433 : self-crosslinked Vinyl Acrylate emulsion

copolymer for coated wallpaper

Cartacoat B 634 is the building blockCartacoat B 634: Styrene Acrylate copolymer dispersion for coated paper and board

Coated Bottle Label+Typical properties we can tailor:

+Resistance to caustic+Wet-strength+Mechanical resistance (impact)+Gloss+Printability

Ink jet papers +Typical properties we can tailor :

+Printing quality+Optical density+Color to color bleeding+Feathering+Binding power+Coating and print water resistance

Cartacoat B 930 and Cartacoat B 750 are the starting blocksCartacoat B 930 : neutral Acrylate copolymer dispersion,

binder for inkjet papersCartacoat B 750 : cationic Styrene Acrylate copolymer

dispersion, binder for inkjet paper

Technical papers

Automotive filters+Typical properties we can tailor :

+Wet and dry tensile strength+Burst+Compatibility with prominent

crosslinkers+Solvent resistance+High temperature resistance

Cartacoat B 650 and Cartacoat B 642 are the Building blocksCartacoat B 650 : self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymer for automotive filters

Cartacoat B 642 : self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylate

emulsion copolymer for automotive filters

Teabags+Typical properties we can tailor :

+Wet and dry tensile strength+Hot water resistance+Food contact compliance

FDA 176.180 and 176.170 BfR 36

Cartacoat B 631 is the building blockCartacoat B 631: Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymer

dispersion

Medical non wovens +Typical properties we can tailor:

+Sterilization ( rays)Y+Fluid barrier+Mechanical properties+Resistance to alcohols+Soft hand

Cartacoat B 600 is the building blockCartacoat B 600: Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymer

dispersion

Wet laid non wovens


Coated board+Typical properties we can tailor :

+Dry & Wet-strength+Smoothness+Mechanical resistance +Gloss+Printability+Food contact compliance

Packaging

Cartacoat B 631 and B 634 are the building blocksCartacoat B 631 and B 634 are Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymers for coated paper and boardpaper

Wax coated board+Replacement of wax+Typical Properties we can tailor :

+Water barrier (Cobb)+Repulpability+Recycling ability+Easy handling

+Application+Air-Knife, Bar, Blade, size-press

Cartaseal FWP and FWT are the building blocksCartaseal FWP/FWT are formulations based on Styrene

Acrylate emulsion copolymers

Food packaging papers and board+Properties we can tailor :

+Water resistance+WVTR (Water Vapor Resistance)+Fat resistance+Food contact compliance

+Application+Air-Knife, Bar, Blade

Cartaseal VGL and FTU are the building blocksCartaseal VGL and FTU are formulations based on Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymers

Grease resistant food packaging +The Cartapack concept aims to replace

fluorochemicals for fast-food packaging applications

+Effective coating formulations tailored to each customer depending on requirements

+Comparable application cost to fluorochemical treatment

+Imminent official launch

Cartapack 0602E and 0604E are the building blocksCartapack 0602E and 0604E are formulations based on

Styrene Acrylate emulsion copolymers

Anti-slip paper and board +Properties we can tailor :

+Friction coefficient+Food contact compliance+Water resistance+Temperature resistance+Anti-blocking

+Application+Gravure printer+Photogravure printers

Cartaseal AXU, ATM, APM and AFM are the building block

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Cartacoat B… building blocks

Summary

Technical papers

Wet laid non wovens

Packaging

Decoration paper

Wallpaper and Coated

wallpaper

Coated Bottle labels

Ink jet Papers

Filters

Tea bags

Medical papers

Coated board

Cartacoat B 640, B 641

Cartacoat B 432 , B 433

Cartacoat B 631 and 634

Cartacoat B 930 and B 750

Cartacoat B 650

Cartacoat B 631

Cartacoat B 600


Cartacoat B Building blocks

0°C-25°C +25°C +50°C Tg

Styrene Acrylates

Vinyl Acrylates

B 432 Wallpaper

B 600 Medical

non-woven

B 433 Coated

Wallpaper

B 634 Coated board

B 930,Inkjet

B 631 Tea

bagsB 640, Decor paper

B 642, Filters

B 641, Decor paper

B 650, Filters

B 750, ink jet

Building blocks for Packaging

Packaging

Coating

Water barrier

Grease barrier

Anti slip


Cartaseal FW types, Cartaseal VGL…

Cartapack grades…

Cartaseal A.. grades

Global Cartaseal Product Range 2006

Barrier Properties

Water

VapourFat/

GreaseWater

Other Properties

Anti-SlipHeat

ResistanceHeat

Seal

Overcoat-

ability

ProductCategory

F

F

F

V

T

S

N

A

A

A

A

Suitable Drying Method

Non-Contact

DryingCylinder

Product Name

Cartaseal FTU

Cartaseal FWT

Cartaseal FWP

Cartaseal VGL

Cartaseal TPU

Cartaseal SVU

Cartaseal NW

Cartaseal AXU

Cartaseal ATM

Cartaseal APM

Cartaseal AFM

Food Contact

FDA/BfRApproval

Yes / Yes

No / No

No / No

Yes / No

Yes / Yes

Yes / Yes

No / No

No / No

No / No

No / No

Yes / Yes

Excellent for this application

Good for this application

Not recommended for this application

Overall emulsion polymer range

Binders

Barrier and anti-slip additives

Range

Cartacoat B

Cartaseal / Cartapack

Technical papers

Wet-laid non wovens

Packaging

Other additives

Range Technical

papers Wet-laid non

wovens Packaging

Glyoxal and zirconium-based Crosslinkers

Surface sizing

Rheology modifiers

Grease resistance fluoropolymers

Cartabond TSI/LSZ/ZK

Cartacol

Cartacoat RM

Cartafluor

CFI /NFI

Building blocks chief characteristics

Building block Tg in °C PH Solids content CommentsCartacoat B 640 28 4 50 Thermal crosslinking

Cartacoat B 641 28 5 50

Cartacoat B 642 28 4 50 Thermal crosslinkingCartacoat B 432 20 5 50 Thermal crosslinkingCartacoat B 433 19 7 50

Cartacoat B 634 8 7 50Cartacoat B 930 12 8 50 Non ionic productCartacoat B 750 51 4 30 Cationic productCartacoat B 650 47 4 50 Thermal crosslinking

Cartacoat B 631 20 8 50Cartacoat B 600 -25 2.5 50 Thermal crosslinking

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Clariant Consultancy Service SectionPoor / Uneven surface; Improper removal of kitties in heavy drill fabric on jigger and whiteness variation are some of the other major problems encountered during processing

Problems

+Poor / Uneven absorbency

+Poor dye pick up on viscose and polynosics component

+Bleeding of color to the adjacent white

portion

+Lighter selvedge when scoured in JT-10

+Dark colored patches

Probable Causes/Remedies

Improper Scouring due to:

+Paucity of Alkali

+Channeling of Kier liquor

+Inadequate boiling time

+Negative pick-up

+Insufficient steaming in steamer

+Inadequate dwell time in CBR/J-Box

+Dropping of steam condensates water

during batching on Pad-roll system

+Due to the use of poor quality of wetting

agents which have low alkali stability and

hence cannot assist the penetration of

caustic soda for efficient saponification

reaction. Because of poor detergency and

dispersing effects, paraffin wax cannot be

removed completely.

+Orientation of skin of viscose/polynosics,

thereby making penetration of dye difficult

+Presence of hydrolyzed starch acting as

a reducing agent

+Recuperator temperature more than 060 C

+Due to improper oxidative treatment

mainly Sodium hypochlorite bleaching.

The selvedge gets more exposed to air

+Fabric coming in direct contact with

concentrated feeding alkali

+Frequent stoppages of mercerizing

machine

+Dry up of improperly neutralized alkali

after mercerization

+Abrasion before dyeing

Remedial Measures

+Maintain proper concentration of alkali

+Ensure proper piling of fabric into the kier

+Maintain proper boiling time depending on

fabric quality

+Ensure 15-20% differential wet pick-up on

saturators

+Ensure proper steam pressure

+Maintain the desired dwell time by

controlling the speed of the machine

depending on fabric quality

+Ensure proper threading and heating of TRC

to avoid steam condensation/dropping on

cloth

+Use of Hostapal MRN Liq conc. is

recommended as a wetting cum detergent.

The synergistic properties of the product

help to penetrate into the core of the fibre

by eliminating fibre-liquid surface tension

and saponification of oil impurities. So

fabrics gets very good absorbency.

+Causticize goods with (or leaching of

surface of viscose) 60 g/l Caustic Soda

5 g/l Mercerol QWN.IN Liq Thorough hot

wash, cold wash Neutralize

with Sirrix N Liq conc

+Use mild oxidizing agent like Revatol S.

IN p

+Recuperator temperature should not 0exceed 60 C

+Ensure uniform pH of the fabric at the

body and near the selvedge before

oxidative treatment

+If possible, avoid hypochlorite

bleaching and give Protonic treatment

with Sirrix 2UD.IN Liq +

Hostapal MRN Liq conc. followed by

Peroxide bleaching

+Ensure proper feeding of alkali

+Avoid frequent stoppages of

mercerizer

+Efficient neutralisation of the alkali

after mercerization

+Check for rough surfaces in fabric

flow.

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Effective leveling and dispersing agent for polyester processing

Physico-chemical properties

+Exhibits effective leveling and dispersing properties for uniform dyeing and printing without retarding action.

+Produces bright dyeing+Prevents filtering off of dyes during package dyeing.+Excellent oil emulsifying property+Fabric substantive leveling agent+Also suitable for automotive yarn dyeing

+Yellowish, readily pourable liquid+Anionic+Readily Dilutable with water+Good stability to hard water, acids, alkalis, salts+Compatible with products of various Ionicity

0+Storage-stable under normal conditions, i.e., between 0 – 50 C

Eganal PS Liquid

A new bio-catalyst based on selected pectate lyase enzymes for the removal of pectines and associated hydrophobic materials in the bio-scouring of cotton and its components in blends+Enzymatic catalyst for the removal of hydrophobic materials in order

to give an excellent absorbency to the fabric.+Substitutes the soda scouring+Optimum price/performance ratio+Works at bath pH approximately 8.5 9.5+Significant reduction of overall process costs due to saving in water,

energy and process time.+Less rinsing needed after bio-scouring for dark shades' dyeing.+No neutralization needed+Enzymatic treatment with Bactosol CO ip Liquid offers all possible

advantages with regard to efficiency, economy and ecology (Clariant EEE concept)

Bactosol CO ip Liquid

0

1

2

3

4

5

LevellingColumn-Test

LevellingMini-Bobbin

DispersinHPX-Yellow

Filtertest white 1g/l

MigrationBrown-

Migration3-Colours

RetardinGre

FoamingFoam

Emulsifyingmineral oil

Emulsifyingsilicon oil

NEW ARRIVAL

Diagram: Process with Bactosol CO ip liquid

oTemperature ( C)

0

20

40

60

80

100

15 mino

95 C15 min

o7 3 C min

Bio-Scouring

Drain

Dyeing

0.2% Soda ashpH=8.5 - 9.0

0.1% Bactosol CO ip liq0.4% Imerol NLF Liquid

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80Time (min)

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Bio-scouring (with Bactosol CO ip Liquid) Vs Conventional Scouring & Bleaching(Substrate – 100% Cotton knits)

Test Parameter Conventional Bio-scouring process

Process Time 105 mins 80 mins

Package cost Rs 2.52/- Rs 2.03/-

Absorbency – Drop test Instant Instant

Absorbency – Wicking 60 mm 59 mm

COD 7784 mg/lit 741 mg/lit

BOD 4000 mg/lit 300 mg/lit

TDS 4666 mg/lit 923 mg/lit

Ceraperm MD Plus – for the Comfort of Cotton & feel of leather

Speciality Finish for altogether different handle– a leather touch to your fabric+Newly developed Ceraperm MD plus alone when applied through padding gives a unique leather

handle to the fabric after curing.+Imparts good bounce to the fabric.+Imparts good elasticity & stretch to the fabric particularly on knits.+Fabric becomes much fuller & soft.+Produces excellent dry-bounce handle on polyester saris.+Fabric does not become limp.

MULTI-DIMENSIONAL EFFECTS

NEW ARRIVAL

BOUNCE

PERMANENCE BODY

NO LIMP

DRYBOUNCE ON PES

LEATHER

ELASTICITY

STRETCH

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Inside ViewsApparel & Fashion Meet in BangaloreMr Christoph Bergmann (Apparel & Fashion, Clariant International) was in India to promote the Apparel & Fashion Concept in India and to meet some of our key customers. During his visit, a customer meet was organized in Bangalore and was attended by several leading brands and apparel manufacturers. Special effects and various functional finishes as per the end use were discussed.

Printofix New Range introduced Technical meets were organized for Printofix concept in Tirupur and Delhi during the visit of Stefan Schlosser (PG Printing, Clariant International). Introducing the new Printofix T premium range with very high fastness levels & Printofix A range – range with moderate level of fastness, pigment dispersions for pigment printing, Mr Schlosser highlighted the various unique features of the range and the benefits they offer to printers such as – high dispersion stability, very low viscosity of pigment dispersion.

TexSummit 2007 Clariant was the GOLD Sponsor for the TexSummit 2007, an international conference on “Contemporary Processing of Textiles & Apparels: Challenges and Opportunities” which was held in Mumbai on January 11, 2007. The Conference was organized by the UICT (formerly UDCT). Mr Anjani Prasad (Head Textile, Leather & Paper Chemicals Division) presented a paper on “Novel effects in Garment processing and value added finishes”.

He highlighted Clariant's products and services offerings for textiles that has strengthened the company's image as a “Total Solution” provider. Some of the services promoted were consultancy service, certificate course on wet processing of textiles and packages like Easy Pre, Ant-Ox, pad-Ox, Black magic and so on. The Divisions publications were on display at a stall at the venue.

Technical Workshop – Wet end dyes and chemicals for Leather IndustryMr. John Alan Grant, Finishing technician visited India for trials with key customers from February 19 to March 9, 2007. A technical workshop with customer projects for wet end dyes & chemicals was completed in January 2007 by Mr. Angel Navarro. Mr. Clive Sibborn visited the South & East markets from January 28 to February 6, 2007.


INSIDE VIEWS

Apparel & Fashion Meet in Bangalore

Mr. A. K. Prasad at TexSummit 2007

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International Textile ConferenceClariant also sponsored a dinner at the “International Textile Conference” organized by DKTE Society's Textile and Engineering Institute as part of their Silver Jubilee Celebration from February 17 -18, 2007. Various emerging areas like nano-technology, technical textiles, recent advances in machinery and technology were the highlight of the event. Mr Nirmal Punjabi presented a paper on “Specialized Preparatory, dyeing and finishing processes for fabrics and garments”. Various specialty / value added finishes, concepts from Pre-treatment to dyeing processes from Clariant were the highlights.

First certificate course on “Wet Processing of Textiles” by ClariantThe first Certificate Course on “Wet Processing of Textiles” was successfully conducted at the factory premises of M/s OBEETEE PVT LTD, Gopiganj, Distt. Bhadohi, UP. This Customer is most reputed Woolen Carpet yarn Dyers and Processor and a trend setter .Most of the Woolen carpet is exported. Training was organized in two batches for a total of 28 participants from dyeing head to shop floor supervisors working in shifts. The one week training was organized to create awareness about various textile finishes, pre-treatment processes, dyeing and the faults related to dyeing. Other topics such as role of auxiliaries, laboratory test procedures, RFD (ready for dyeing) and shade correction methods were also discussed. The Certificate course was conducted without disturbing the participant's job schedule.Mr P K Trivedi (GM Technical Services), Mr S P Verma (Regional Manager Mirzapur) and Mr Sanjeev Sinha (Manager PG W/S/N Dyes & Chemicals) were the faculty for this training Programme. The course was appreciated by the management of Obeetee and they have asked us to offer other Consultancy Services like Process Audit of their Mills.

INSIDE VIEWS

International Textile Conference

Participants from M/s Obeetee with Clariant team during the training

1 = unfinished2 = traditional soil release finish

3 = easy clean & body comfort

1 2 3 1 2 3

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Apparel and Fashion Section Easy clean and body comfortClariant's effort and innovation to meet the modern requirements of garments results in an outstanding finish:easy clean & body comfort

Ordinary finishes in the past have protected against stains but with loss of wearing properties. Classical soil release finishes reduce the capability of the fabrics moisture management transportation dramatically.

With Clariant's new easy clean & body comfort, overcome the discomfort and feel great at any time and any place.

+Easy removal of dirt and stains during laundry

+Excellent body climate due to fast and effective moisture transportation away from the skin

+Improved drying properties+Durable effect – even after

multiple washes

This effect has a high performance regarding moisture management and soil & stain release.

1. Hydrophilic propertiesOn cotton-twill (left) and cotton-interlock (right)

2. Soil and stain release propertiesSoiled with cooking oil and then laundered one time (according AATCC 130)

Characteristics of effect are

This finishing effect is suitable for different fabrics (Co, Co/PES).

Nuva® 4118 Liquid+newly developed nanotech based hydrophilic soil release finish+excellent wicking properties+Good washing permanency

Solusoft® TOW Liquid Conc.+Hydrophilic silicone softener+Ideal for moisture management +finish fine, super soft, elegant handle means excellent wearability+No yellowing on white goods+Suitable for overprinting

Hydroperm® HV Liquid+Hydrophilic silicone softener+Gives soft and full handle with high wicking property+Additionally used in the easy-care finish

Hydroperm® SRHA Liquid+Moisture management, soil release and anti-static properties+Wicks moisture away from skin+Dries more quickly+Stays soft and breathable+Durable effects upto 30 laundries

Fluowet® UD Liquid+Special wetting agent for fluorocarbon application+Adversely affect the hydrophilic effect of finishes because it has

no rewetting properties

Additionally a new effect label to visualize the added value of the combination of soil & stain release and moisture management.

Following are the products to achieve “easy clean & body comfort”

Unfinished Traditional soil release finish

easy clean &

body comfort

APPAREL AND FASHION SECTION

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Corporate Product Safety (CPS)

Mounting awareness and concern for consumer and environmental protection, increasingly stringent statutory regulations, retailer standards and various eco-labeling requirements have made product safety testing a mandatory pre-requisite for doing business today.

There are several reasons+Legislations related to Chemistry, are becoming increasingly

expansive and complex worldwide.+Product exclusion lists from Insurers are being annually extended.+More and more Retailers are coming up with their individual

Restricted Substances Lists with varied limits+Required Support within Clariant on Ecotoxicological issues

including testing.

With this new lab we will ensure that our products are always compliant with current legislation, regulations and standards. A unique lab and only of its kind in India dealing with process and product safety parameters, the lab conducts,

Need and Importance of Product Safety in today's scenario

Responsibility:

Key tasks:

+Provide product safety services+Support fulfillment of legal requirements & Customer needs

+Propose & implement PS plan, budget and resources+Perform chemical evaluation and registrations+Communicate important health & environmental issues+Support legal departments on liability/claim issues+Safeguard compliance with defined standards & guidelines+Support Emergency Management+Manage REACH related activities

CORPORATE PRODUCT SAFETY

Clariant starts its world class product safety testing facilities at Kolshet, Thane.

+Restricted substances testingTesting of restricted or banned substances in Clariant products as well as finished articles made using Clariant's products.

+Ecological testingCertain ecological tests, which help in assessing the environmental impact of products

+Physical testing For safe production, storage and transportation of products as they help in defining process parameters, storage and transport classification and hazard handling

LMW group co to diversify into home textiles

Madura Garment lines up two-way split

Grasim Industries to launch new generation viscose fibre

Welspun eyes $75 M buys in UK, Europe

The LMW group outfit Adwaith Lakshmi Industries Ltd. Is foraying into home textiles/terry products to take advantage of strong growth prospects seen in export of cotton made-ups The company is set to implement a Rs 15 crore investment plan towards creating a home textile division which will focus on producing bath / bed-linens and terry products for export markets. The company is having its own yarn production unit with a cumulative 35,000 – spindle capacity, producing 75 tonnes of yarn per month. The home textile project will be able to draw 25 % of this yarn for captive use for home textile products, thus giving value addition to its spinning operations

A V Birla group (AVB) is set to split Madura Garments, the country's largest branded apparel business, into two companies. The group is poised to unveil MG Lifestyle Brands and Retail Business – a new fashion brands company operating with key brands like Louis Philippe, Allen Solly and Van Heusen – besides lifestyle retail formats such as Planet Fashion and Trouser Town.

Aditya Birla Group's Grasim Industries is expected to commercially launch its third generation viscose fibre 'Excel' next month. The new fiber, after its viscose and modal fibre ranges will be positioned at the premium cellulosic fibre that would be used for manufacture of high end apparels such as shirting or denim fabrics that are expected to carry higher fabric strength and the bouncy look. The company's main viscose fibre plant at Nagda in Madhya Pradesh has taken up trial production of the new generation textile fibers intended to cater to the high end fabric application.

You will hear Vimal Once againThe Rs 300 crore Vimal textile brand, launched 27 years ago by Reliance Industries, is preparing for a major comeback this April. The company is planning to launch a separate apparel brand in ready-made formal menswear, besides introducing newer range of fabrics to its existing textile division. The apparel range would sport a different brand name and would cater to premium, mid and affordable segments. The company has also signed on Maurizio Bonas, of master suit-craftsmen from Italy repute, to introduce new designs in men's formal wear to especially cater to the younger clientele in India.

Welspun India, the country's largest terry towel producer and exporter, is eyeing further acquisitions after grabbing 85% stake in CHT holdings, the holding company of UK's largest and number one terry towel brand Christy for Rs 132 crore last year. Currently the textile major is exploring options to acquire another company with a minimum size of $50-75 million in UK or Europe to gain access to new customers and markets easily. Christy had added the much needed flip to the Welspun portfolio, which did not have a brand of its own in the market, though it has the license to market Tommy Hilfiger in the US and Canada. Together with its domestic brand Spaces, the Rs 1000 crore Welspun will muster 20% of its consolidated sales from branded products in 2007-2008.

Gleanings from Press

26 GLEANINGS FROM PRESS


TextileTechnology and performance come together in world's lightest shoe

5 SEZ footwear parks by 2010-2011

Leather industry targets $7 bn exports by 2011

Adidas announced release of its highly anticipated running shoe - adizero in India. Nicknamed 'Zero Gravity' adizero is world's lightest shoe and has been designed keeping in mind the needs of both fitness conscious people who like to run and professional runners. A groundbreaking combination of comfort and high performance, the adizero finished first in more than 15 of the world's most challenging marathons in 2006, proving its outstanding design and competitive advantage.

Five special economic zone footwear parks were being developed, under the Council for Leather Exports (CLE) vision map for 2010-2011 which envisages setting up these parks in various parts of the country. One of the park at Sriperumbudur near Chennai is being promoted by Tamil Nadu government which will have the capacity to manufacture one lakh pairs of footwear a day. Other parks are scheduled to come up near Kanpur, Hyderabad, Agra and Kolkata.

The Indian Leather Industry has set $7 billion export target by 2011. It is eager to forge tie-ups with various Italian leather goods designers to achieve the target. An Italian delegation, which had recently visited Kolkata recently, showed interest in India's leather industry. Italy's Arpel Group, an international school for shoes and leather accessories designing, is currently looking for partners in India. Retail major Wal-Mart is also eyeing the Indian Leather sector.

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