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Textile Stiffener

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Textile Stiffener is a finishing agent formulated to impart stiffness, body, and shape retention to fabrics. It is typically composed of natural or synthetic polymers such as starch derivatives, polyvinyl acetate, acrylic resins, or modified cellulose. Applied during the finishing process, textile stiffeners enhance the handle, drape, and durability of textiles, making them suitable for a wide range of applications from fashion to industrial fabrics.

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Description

Primary Uses
Textile & Garment Industry
Fabric Finishing: Applied to cotton, polyester, and blended fabrics to improve stiffness and dimensional stability.

Shirt Collars & Cuffs: Enhances shape retention and crispness in garment parts requiring structure.

Curtains & Upholstery: Provides body and structure to drapes and furniture coverings for a tailored appearance.

Interlinings: Used in tailored clothing to stiffen internal layers for better form and appearance.

Denim & Casual Wear: Helps garments retain their structured look after multiple washes.

Decorative Textiles: Used in crafts, embroidery backings, and fashion accessories like hats and belts for rigidity.

 

Secondary Uses
Automotive Textiles
Car Interiors: Adds firmness to headliners, door trims, and seat fabrics.

Medical Textiles
Bandages and Supports: Imparts stiffness and support to orthopedic wraps or compression garments.

Home Furnishings
Table Linens and Decorative Covers: Keeps shapes and folds crisp in tablecloths, runners, and napkins.

Industrial Textiles
Technical Fabrics: Provides structure for filtration materials, geotextiles, or reinforcement layers.

PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

Basic Identification Attributes
Chemical Name (Varies): Typically starch derivative, polyvinyl acetate, or acrylic copolymer

Common/Trade Name: Textile Stiffener

CAS Number: Varies by formulation

HS Code: 3809.91.00 (Finishing agents used in textile industry)

Synonyms: Fabric stiffener, textile hardener, textile finishing agent

 

Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Liquid (aqueous dispersion) or powder

Color & Odor: Colorless to pale white; mild or odorless

Solubility: Soluble or dispersible in water (for most grades)

pH: 4–8 (depending on composition)

Viscosity: Varies by formulation (typically 100–500 cps for liquid forms)

 

Safety & Hazard Attributes
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous (for most standard grades)

Toxicity: Low toxicity; safe for general industrial use

Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limits; general ventilation and hygiene practices recommended

 

Storage & Handling Attributes
Storage Conditions: Store in sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place

Container Type: Plastic drums, IBC totes, or bags (powder form)

Shelf Life: 12–18 months in unopened containers under proper storage conditions

Handling Precautions: Avoid contamination and exposure to high heat or freezing

 

Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
Complies with textile chemical safety regulations under REACH and OSHA

Free from formaldehyde and APEOs (if specified as eco-grade)

May meet OEKO-TEX® and ZDHC guidelines for safe textile chemistry (depending on formulation)

Suitable for use in textiles intended for contact with skin under regulatory limits

 

Environmental & Health Impact
Biodegradability: Generally biodegradable depending on composition (especially starch or cellulose-based types)

Ecotoxicity: Low; minimal impact when disposed of properly

Bioaccumulation: Not expected

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

PPE Required: Gloves and safety goggles recommended for bulk handling

Handling Guidelines: Avoid splashing; use local exhaust ventilation for large-scale operations

Storage Measures: Keep sealed and protected from contaminants; avoid freezing (for liquid forms)

 

First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Unlikely exposure risk; move to fresh air if discomfort occurs

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation persists

Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water; consult a physician if irritation continues

Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink water; seek medical help if large quantities ingested

 

Firefighting Measures
Fire Hazards: Not classified as flammable

Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or COâ‚‚

Hazardous Combustion Products: May include carbon oxides depending on organic content

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