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Exactly your chemistry.

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

April 2007

th28 year of Publication

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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 fromPress

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 COip Liquid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

CerapermMDPlus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

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Pantone and Clariant Partner

New Tools, Technology and Services willIncrease Speed-to-Market and ReduceCosts for Designers, Manufacturers andRetailers

CARLSTADT, N.J . and MUTTENZ,Switzerland March 8, 2007 Pantone,Inc., the global authority on color and providerof professional color standards for the designindustries, and the Textile Business of ClariantInternational Ltd., one of the world's largesttextile colorant and chemical producers, todayannounced a strategic partnership that willturn textile color development into a vehicle forincreased productivity and revenue for thefashion and home furnishings industriesworldwide.

This partnership pairs the trusted color andtrend expertise synonymous with thePANTONEBrand and Clariant's globalnetwork of colorant and application technologyspecialists. For businesses whose successhinges on an efficient and accurate colordevelopment workflow, the Pantone and

Clariant partnership will offer a SMARTsolution that delivers a faster, more precise andtechnically-sound end product anywhere in theworld.

There is a great deal of synergy betweenPantone and Clariant that enables us todramatically improve the color developmentprocess with a variety of new tools,technologies and support services, said LisaHerbert, executive vice president, Pantone, Inc.Pantone and Clariant share the same visionfor streamlining the color development

workflow so designers and retailers can expectand achieve accurate color reproduction everytime. Through this partnership, we are nowable to provide tools and services for everyaspect of the design process frominspirationthrough production, empowering our customersto maintain the integrity of their creativevision.

Clariant's technical expertise makes us thebest company in the industry to provide true,accurate matches to PANTONE Colors, saidPeter Piringer, Head of Clariant's Textile,

Leather & Paper Division. This means thattoday's top name brands and retailers savemoney and critical time in the color.

development cycle. Our partnership withPantone offers designers, manufacturers andretailers a network with unparalleled skill incolor development, communication andtechnology to expedite perfect colorcoordination for new product lines on a globalbasis.

This new partnership will connect the vastnumber of users of the PANTONE FASHION +HOME Color Systemaround the world withClariant's global network of technicalspecialists and state-of-the-art colorantstechnology. Together, the two companies willbetter service the world's textile industry,which is increasingly challenged withspecifying and executing color on a globalscale. The partners' combined capabilities willimprove the color matching and approval cycle,potentially reducing color development timesand 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 toolsthat will enable themto accurately andefficiently match any of the 1,925 colors in thePANTONE FASHION + HOME Color Systemanywhere in the world. Beginning in March

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to Advance Color Development for Textile Industry

2007, Pantone and Clariant will introduce newproducts and services that will enable users totake advantage of technology and workflowadvancements on a global basis.

Pantone, Inc. has been the worlds colorauthority for more than 40 years, providingdesign professionals with products andservices for the colorful exploration andexpression of creativity. Always a source forcolor inspiration, Pantone now offers paint anddesigner-inspired products and services forconsumers. More information is available at

www.pantone.com

About Pantone, Inc.

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Lyocell Fiber

Lyocell is a natural, man-made fiber produced inan environment-friendly process fromwoodpulp and has become popular in clothingbecause it is absorbent and comfortable forwear, especially in conditions of high humidity.

Lyocell was developed by Courtaulds Fibers(now Acordis Cellulosic Fibers), an internationalsupplier of rayon. It entered the consumermarket in 1991. The properties and productionprocesses were unique enough for the Federal

Trade Commission to designate it as a separatefiber group. The trade name for lyocellproduced by Acordis is Tencel. Lenzing Fibers,another major manufacturer of rayon, has alsoentered the lyocell market. This product ismarketed as Lenzing lyocell. An improved fiber,in terms of performance and properties, lyocellis also friendly to the environment. Virtually all

of the chemicals used in the production processare reclaimed. The resulting fiber, lyocell, isboth biodegradable and recyclable.

Lyocell is a manufactured fiber, but it is notsynthetic. It is made fromwood pulp harvestedfromtree farms for this purpose. Because it ismade froma plant material, it is cellulosic andpossesses many properties of other cellulosefibers, such as cotton, linen, ramie, and rayon -another manufactured but non-synthetic fiber.

In many ways, lyocell is more similar to cottonthan 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 26Wet Extension (%) 16 21 11 12

comfortable to wear. In fact, lyocell is moreabsorbent than cotton and silk, but less sothan wool, linen, and rayon. It can take highironing temperatures, but like other cellulosicswill scorch, not melt, if burned, and issusceptible to mildew and damage bysilverfish. Cellulosic fibers are not resilient,which means they wrinkle. Lyocell hasmoderate resiliency. It does not wrinkle asbadly as rayon, cotton, or linen.Also, slightshrinkage is typical in lyocell garments.Stability, overall, is similar to that of silk andbetter than cotton or linen.

Lyocell has strength and durability. It is thestrongest cellulosic fiber when dry, evenstronger than cotton or linen and is strongerthan cotton when wet. Lyocell is much strongerthan rayon when wet. This property of high

wet strength usually determines the extent towhich fabrics can be machine washedsuccessfully.

Physical Characteristics

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Other desirable properties of lyocell are itsluster and soft drape which makes it anaesthetically pleasing fiber. Since it is amanufactured fiber, the diameter and length offibers can be varied. Lyocell can be made intomicrofibers (very fine fibers), offering depthand body to fabrics combined with luxuriousdrape. Short staple length fibers give a cotton-like look to fabrics. Long filament fibers aresuccessful in silk-like end uses. Lyocell blendswell with other fibers including wool, silk,rayon, cotton, linen, nylon, and polyester. Itsuccessfully takes many finishes, bothfunctional and those designed to achievedifferent surface effects, and dyes easily.Overall, lyocell is a versatile fiber with manydesirable properties.

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Every kind of regenerated cellulosic fibreshows a skin-core structure. The skin parthas an amorphous structure while the corepart shows a highly crystalline orientedone. Their specific repartition inside theLyocell fibre leads to unique remarkableproperties called fibrillation.

All regenerated cellulosic fibers (not cotton)lose a part of their tensile strength inwater; this loss is significantly less forLyocell fibers.

As with conventionally manufactured cottonfabric, there are many steps and processesinvolved in production of Lyocell. The majorsteps are:

1. creating a solvent solution fromwood pulp2. spinning Lyocell fiber fromthe 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

Dissolve

Filter

Spin

Wash

Finish

Dry

Crimp TENCELFIBRE

Purify

Evaporate

Wood pulp

Step 1 Creating a solvent solutionfromwood pulp

The manufacturing process for Lyocell isbased on the principle of direct solventspinning. The wood pulp solution isproduced in a straight salvation process bydissolving wood pulp at high temperatures

and pressures in a non-toxic organic solventsolution of amine oxide, particularly N-methylmorpholine N-oxide, which isreclaimed and recycled in a closed loopspinning process conserving energy andwater. Up to 99%of the solvent isrecovered and reused. The wood pulp can

come froma variety of sources, such aswood chips or even large rolls of paper thathave been finely shredded, depending uponthe manufacture's technologies.

Step 2Spinning Lyocell fiber fromthesolvent solutionBefore being formed into fibers, the fiber-producing substances for all manufacturedfibers is in a thick liquid state. In thespinning process this liquid is forcedthrough a spinneret. The clear viscousresultant solution is filtered and extruded

into an aqueous bath of dilute amine oxide,and coagulated into fiber form. Thisprocess does not involve any directchemical reaction and the diluted amineoxide is purified and reused.

Step 3Washing Lyocell fiber toremove solvents

The fiber is then washed before it is driedand twisted or spun into yarns, which arewoven or knitted into fabrics or garments.

Step 4 Drying fiber and producingyarnsWhen the filament dries or solidifies, itforms what is called a continuous filamentfiber. Many continuous filaments of specificthicknesses collected in a large bundlecalled a tow. Strands of continuousfilament fibers are then twisted together toforma continuous filament yarn, which isthen woven or knit.

A unique property of Lyocell is that the fibers

fibrillate when wet and are mechanicallyagitated. The fibrils peel off along the surfaceof individual fibres when they are:Swollen in waterUndergoing 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 exhibitingdifferent soft handlethe peach-skin effect

Fibrillation

neppy appearanceDistressed "frosty" look ....

ConstraintsOn another hand if the fibrillation is notproperly controlled:crease marks, greying may appearrecurrent fibrillation could spoil the

goods during consumer's washingPills would be entangled frombadly

fibrillated fibres.

Effect of temperature and pH onFibrillation (Courtaulds FibresChart)

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

fibresto even the prefibrillationto make the subsequent enzyme

treatment more effectiveA full primary fibrillation is necessary to

prevent an excessive post fibrillation duringsubsequent wet process steps like dyeing sothe choice of the right lubricant employed atthe right dosage is important.

I. PEACHSKIN EFFECT stable to washingOpen Width Preparation: including

desizing singeing*, scouring bleaching(continuous machines)Fibrillation on jet ( Air-jet-machine ):

Primary fibrillation of Fibres ends atsurface of the fabricEnzymatic defibrillation ( Air-jet-

machine ): Removal of fibrillatedsurface fibersDyeing, Pad Batch or Exhaust on jet:

Additionnal removal of fibrillatedsurface fibres. Generation of secondaryfibrillation at fabric surface.Treatment on tumbling machine with

softener: A Fine secondary fibrillationformed by fibre splitting in exposedareas takes place.Finishing on Stenter.

*singeing may reduce the intensity of primary fibrillat ion.

LYOCELL - POSSIBLE PROCESSINGROUTES


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II. CLEAN SURFACE stable to washingOpen Width Preparation: including desizing singeing*, scouring

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

ends at surface of the fabricEnzymatic defibrillation (Air-jet-machine): Removal of fibrillated

surface fibersDyeing, Pad Batch or Exhaust on jet: Additionnal removal of

fibrillated surface fibres. Generation of secondary fibrillation* atfabric 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 10:195C

2C/min

1-2 g/l Imacol C2G.IN liq

- rinsing- neutralisation- clean filterloadthe goods

0.5-1 g/l Humectol CCheck fibrillation effect

3 g/l Soda ash or

2 ml/l NaOH(36B)

60C

60 min

5 min60C

2C/min

LYOCELL FIBRES ENZYMATIC DEFIBRILLATIONProcessIt is important to control the temperature and pH to obtain optimumeffects. A buffered systemis advisable.

After checking degree of defibrillation the enzyme is disactivated underalkaline conditions.

- Rinsingat 40C twice- Clean the filter

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

pH5/6.5*

Sirrix 2UD.IN liq

60C

1-2 g/l Imacol C2G.IN liq

45 min 10 min

1 g/l Soda Ash

Bactosol CA liqconc0.8%to 1%

DYEING OF LYOCELL FIBRESDRIMAREN / SANDOSPACE R PasteAs described in the processing routes the primary fibrillation

could follow its course during the dyeing of goods in rope ofgarment formDue to crosslinking behaviour certain type of bireactive dyes

reduce the fibrillation tendancy during dyeing. The workingconditions are also very important like, for example dyeingtemperature.

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

Primary trials are recommanded to check the influence of the type ofDrimaren 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 fixationof the dyes (alkali addition).

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LR: 6:1 to 10:1

Imacol C2G.IN liq

Salt Soda ash

60C 20 /30 20 /30 20 to 30

Drimagen E2R (1-2%)

Drimaren KorCLcombinedwith 2%to 4%Sandospace R Pasteif necessary

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

2-3 rinsings at 50C according to depthSoaping between 80 /95C withLadipur RSK or Ladiquest 1097.IN liqpH 9Imacol C2G.IN liq.

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LYOCELL FIBRES FINISHING ROUTES

The recommendations given here for LYOCELL and TENCEL fibers are guidelines. Specific recipes must be formulated together with the customer onthe 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 MWLiq0Exhaust Process 1-3% Sandosoft PNLI pH 5, 20 mins at 40 C

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

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

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Prevention of fibrillation duringdyeing (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 wereachieved through fibrillation processes onspecial machines withBactosol CA Liq conctreatment followed by "telluric" treatment.Smooth finishes are increasingly in demand.Fibrillation is not desired, particularly on knitgoods. Since this undesired fibrillation isproduced by minimal mechanical stress duringwet processes, we have developed processeswhich prevent fibrillation, e.g. during dyeing onthe jet.

After desizing (e.g. pad roll desizing) andscouring, the goods are dried in open width.

The cross linking agent solution is then padded(pickup ca. 80%) and the goods rolled up andbatched with rotation for 22-24 h. Re-rollingafter 1 - 2 h is recommended to equalize any

swelling tension. After washing off andneutralizing, the goods can be dyed withoutany 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 %rollafter ca. 1 h re-roll and wrap in plastic

filmbatch with rotation for 22-24 hrinse thoroughly cold and at 60Cneutralize with 1.5 - 2 g/l soda ash at

50Crinse hot and coldif necessary neutralize with acetic acidRinse cold.

The amount of cross linking agent depends onthe material and whether this wet cross linkingis intended to stabilize fibrillation as well as

prevent greying during subsequent domesticlaundering. The depth of the dyeing may beaffected so it is advisable to determine theoptimumrecipe in pretrials.

With wet-cross linked goods it is virtuallyimpossible to produce a peach skin effect by anenzymatic/telluric treatment. Macro- and micro-fibrillation are blocked and the surface remainssmooth.

A mercerization process at 22-27B also

achieves blocking of undesired fibrillation. Thegoods can be dyed on the jet but contrast towet cross linking, micro fibrillation is stillpossible by applying an enzymatic treatment.

The effects show relatively good washfastness so that finishing withArkofixNDF.IN Liq conccan be omitted in somecases. In any case the amount ofArkofixNDF.IN Liq conccan be reduced. Anyway, it isimportant that permanent softeners are appliedin finishing (exhaust or pad).

Whether wet cross linking or mercerization is

carried out also depends on the followingfactors:available machines (mercerizing

machine, padder for CPB process)whether total blocking or micro

fibrillation is requiredquality of goodsconstruction of the goodsDyeing process, etc.

Both methods have advantages anddisadvantages. The most suitable process mustbe selected in each case together with the

customer.

Complaints about unsightly garments after only

Mercerization

Greying and fibrillation in domesticlaundering

one or two washes are steadily increasing.

The garment containing Lyocell/Tencel whichwas prepared, finished and made up with somuch care was washed by the housewifeaccording to the recommendation in a gentleprogramme at 40C. In spite of this the

mechanical stress in the washing machine wassufficient to cause severe fibrillation of thesurface and a grey appearance of the goods.Often after the first wash the special softflowing handle of this fibre has disappearedand left a hard, board like fabric. This is theresult of using the wrong, non-permanentsoftener during finishing.

We recommend our permanent softeners fromtheSandopermandCerapermranges for thisspecial, eco-friendly hi-tech fibre of thesuperior class. Garments finished with these

softeners are still soft and comfortable to wearafter several washes. These permanentsofteners also contribute to protection of theenvironment because they remain on the fibreand are not washed into the effluent.But!Even they cannot prevent fibrillation duringdomestic washing.

There are various possible methods ofachieving washing machine-resistant goods:Resin finishing withArkofix NDF.IN

Liq concby the dry curing methodtogether with permanent softeners (seerecipes)As mentioned above, a higher amount

ofArkofix NDF.IN Liq conccan beadded in wet cross linking beforedyeing to achieve fibrillationstabilization for domestic laundering.However, if it is desired to keep theArkofix NDF.IN Liq concconcentration as low as possible beforedyeing, it is possible to add a reducedamount of Arkofix NDF.IN Liq conc

during finishing.In many cases mercerization produces

adequate stabilization but there is alsothe possibility of applyingArkofixNDF.IN Liq concin finishing.

If no cross linking agent has been appliedbefore finishing, higher amounts ofArkofixNDF.IN Liq concmust be applied in finalfinishing.

We recommend the following recipes for resinfinishing ofknitandwoven goods.

Finishing recommendations for pad application:

Knits:0.5 g/l Sandozin NRWLiquid

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40-60 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc12-18 g/l MagnesiumChloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid15-20 g/l CerapermMN Liquid20-30 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid

0170-175 C, 30-25secs curing time (withoutdrying time)

Very good sewability, soft, slightly full, flowinghandle, semi-permanent, no fibrillation, nogreying even after several domestic washes.

0.5 g/l Sandozin NRWLiquid40-60 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc12-18 g/l MagnesiumChloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid15-25 g/l CerapermMN Liq10-20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid20-30 g/l HydropermRPU Liq

0170-175 C, 30-25secs curing time (withoutdrying time)

Very soft & highly voluminous handle withexcellent elasticity and elegant drape of theknit goods. The effects are wash resistant.Very good sewability, no fibrillation, no greyingeven after several domestic washes.

Woven Goods:0.5 g/l Sandozin NRWLiquid50-80 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc15-24 g/l MagnesiumChloride0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid (only for shock

curing)20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid25-30 g/l Solusoft MWLiq conc10 g/l CerapermMN Liq

o o170-175 C, 30-25secs or 150 C, 4mins,followed by tumbler or sanfor treatmentSoft, smooth, slightly voluminous handle. Coolsilk touch. Permanent protection againstgreying in domestic washing. Soft handle evenafter several washes.

0.5 g/l Sandozin NRWLiquid50-80 g/l Arkofix NDF.IN Liq Conc15-24 g/l MagnesiumChloride

0.3-0.4 g/l Citric Acid (only for shockcuring)20 g/l Solusoft ACN Liquid30-40 g/l HydropermRPU Liquid

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

Exceptionally soft, voluminous handle with veryelegant drape and natural fullness (Body). Thevolume and soft handle are highly washresistant. No greying even after severaldomestic washes through the permanentprevention of fibrillation. Especially on pre-

emerized goods, a wash resistant peach skin orvelvet effect is achieved with this top finish.

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The Society of Dyers and Colourists (U K) hasconferred, Dr N. N. Mahapatra, as Fellow of

the Society of Dyers and Colourists. In athcommunication sent on 16 January 2007, MrKenneth McGhee, Chief Executive & SecratorySDC intorned Dr. Mahapatra of this decision ofcouncil of the society

Dr Mahapatra holds B.Sc Tech in TextileChemistry fromUICT, Mumbai University; M.Scand Ph.Din Chemistry fromUtkal University,Orissa; M.B.A fromI.M.M. Kolkatta. At presentDr N. N. Mahapatra, Dy. General Manager(Processing), Sutlej Textiles And IndustriesLimited, K. K. Birla group, Unit; Chenab Textile

Mills, Kathua (J & K) is heading the biggestfibre dyeing unit in India.

Dr Mahapatra is having 23 years of experience

in Textile Industry. He has worked in units likeJayashree Textile (a unit of Aditya Birla group),Rishra, Hooghly (W. B); Gujarat Spinners Ltd,Bharuch, Gujarat; Raymond Kenya; RSWM Ltd(Banswara and Gulabpura units); Churchgategroup Nigeria; Reliance Industries; Naroda;Ahmedabad.

Dr Mahapatra's expertise is in various type offibre dyeing, yarn dyeing, hank dyeing. He isinvolved in cost reduction, processoptimization, erection and commissioning,effluent treatment and new fibre processing in

Textile industries.

Dr. N. N. Mahapatraconferred as Fellow ofthe Society of Dyers and Colourists

He is a Senior Member of American

Association of Textile Chemists and Coloristsand Textile Institute ,Manchester. He is a lifemember of Textile Association of India, IndianInstitute of Chemical Engineers and All IndiaManagement Association.

The formal presentation of the diploma offellowship to Dr Mahapatra will take place at aceremony to be held in Bradford (U K) on April27, 2007.

References:-Thesis of Mrs. Nicolai - TITK - D07407 Rudolstadtwww.fibersource.comLyocell - one fiber, many faces ( www.ohioline.osu.edu )

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New Cartafen ZFX liq fromClariant has already achievedsoaring paper production andsignificant cost savings in papermills making brown packaginggrades.Cartafen ZFX liq delivers:Increased paper machine

dewateringIncreased production speed

Increased production outputper daySignificant savings in energy

and total cost of operationBecause Cartafen ZFX liq isunaffected by the dissolved andcolloidal anionic materials in thepapermaking furnish, it makes ameasurable difference toproductivity and

cost-effectiveness wherever thereis low fresh water usage (2,500 S/cm), or when usinglignin-containing pulp fibres.

Paper Business

Exactly your chemistry.Take productivity to new

heights with Cartafen ZFX liq

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Sense the difference with Clariant

CLARIANT TAKE FASHION seriously. Thecompany undertake extensive fashion researchwhich is then applied in the creation of finishedarticles. These unique prototypes demonstratethe potential of the latest leather trends andare shown to tanners at the company'sroadshows and customer events across theglobe. In addition to the roadshows, Clariantcan stage special customer events long beforethe season begins. They have found a bigdemand for this in Asia and Latin America

because Clariant's fashion experts are closer tothe centre of global fashion in Europe.

Clariant have a long history of involvementwith garments, leathergoods and footwear. Theprogramme was created to assist tanners withtheir marketing and the initiative began in Italywith designer, technician and marketing teamsworking together.

Clariant presented their own fashion articles aslong ago as the Semaine du Cuir in Paristwenty years ago. Unlike areas such as

automotive and technical leathers, imaginationis the key when creating fashion leathers. Thefashion group was created as a service ledproject, taking a strategic approach. GianPietro Papa is the designer who has beeninvolved since the beginning. He travels widelyand has an overview of what is going on.Clariant also work with London based fashioninstitutes. Inspiration is taken froma range ofsources including architecture, arts, interiorsand textures.

Four to five trends are produced each season.

Trend forecasts appear twice a year and arepublished well in advance of the season. From

Right (fromtop): Driftwood,Sandy Bay, Brine, SaltWash, Pebble, Cape Pointand Froth.


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

Clariant's Global Colour forecast with realleather samples comes in advance of the trendpackage to be as timely as possible. Thesecolour moods are now integrated as part of thepackage and there are three leather collectionsworldwide.

A key point is that the leathers are reproducibleinternationally; these are not one-off designsmade by hand.

All in all, everyone can benefit fromplanningwell in advance.

THE LATEST FASHION UP! comes with fourfresh seasonal statements fromClariantsLeather Business. The latest forecast forspring-summer 2008 allows tanners to be one

step ahead when it comes to leather fashion.The Groups innovative fashion packageincludes four trendsetting routes to follow:Pure and Simple, FashionRebellion, Clean Lines andCool Luxe.

Developed by ClariantsInternational FashionGroup, this stylishpromotionalkit is

Clariant forecast the latest leather trendsfor spring-summer 2008

equipped with an eye-catching fashion posterswatched with real leather samples andcomprehensive information about trendsand corresponding interpretations on leather.All prototype articles are exclusively made byItalian stylists and will be displayed duringClariants fashion shows and fairs around theworld.

Minimalism, luxury, nature and tough looks arethe four key directions to pursue. Pure and

Simple reflects precious nature, realised withexclusive colour mixes and finishing effects.Green fashion and products that conjure up afeeling of natural goodness are high profile. Thecolour palette ranges frompale to earthyshades for a highly sophisticated chiccombined with a feeling of natural goodness.

Fashion Rebellionis a reaction to recent girlyfrills and hourglass silhouettes. Now it is timeto toughen up! The current punk, grunge andgoth revivals have sparked off a new feeling fortough aggressive looks. Barren concrete

interiors, surreal nature and rebellious heavybooted fashion models set the scene. FashionRebellion works on oppositesusing dark summer shades.

LEATHER

Clariant forecast the latest leather trendsfor Spring Summer 2008

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Pure lines of modern architecture, chic poolsidespas and minimalist summer cabins inspire

Clariants third fashion trend, named CleanLines. Clean shapes in strong bold colours areused for minimalist summer dresses. Innovativelaser-technology or water-based brush-offs outstanding finishing technologies fromClariant catch the eye of this superb style.

Cool Luxeis represented by a brilliant look. Itis inspired by bronze sculptures in warmandcool tones. High gloss leathers, shine and dulleffects combine with brilliant colours for asplendid super chic.

Recognizing that all aspects of lifestyle areinfluenced by fashion moods, Clariant are

constantly expanding their fashion activities ata global level to be as close as they can to thelooks of tomorrow. A strong focus on quality,worldwide standards, innovation and ecologywill always be key for Clariants committedfashion team.

Under the motto Fashion up! the brand newfashion package will be discussed in furtherdetail with customers. Fashion up! is not only aforward- looking trend adventure every issueshould be a useful tool to integrate art intofashion and open new ways for the future.

For more information please get in touch withClariant direct or with their localrepresentatives.

Above right fromtop to bottom:Groen, Bakkie, Skollie, Bitumen, Shanty,Rusty Nail, Rooikop, Chteau, FrenchLavender, Hameau, Trianon, Gilded Cherub,Sun King and Ftes de nuit.

Below fromleft to right: Jet Black, CrispWhite, Ink Spot, Battleship, Red Flag,Bunting and Scanda Blue.


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Feel the fashion with Clariant'sSpring/Summer 2008Pure and Simple /Sevillane

The Andalusian girl fromSeville performs the Flamenco in a colourful

dress for which the combination ofNeosan2000 PigmentsandSupronilHK dyesfroma perfect match. This colour interplay isachieved using a special screen-printing effect. Thanks to an uniqueodourless topcoat system, consisting ofMelioEW-346andMelio04-G-129,her elegant perfume can still excite her maleaudience.

Fashion Rebellion /EruptionThe eruption of an aquatic volcano withMelio09-L-34leads to hot

magma flowing in the waves of the turbulent ocean expressed byNeosan2000 Pigments. This tough looking military boot shines dayand night in a patent style on an aqueous base.

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ascinating new trends in leather.Exactly your chemistry.

Cool Luxe /Crystal PearlCrystal Pearl represent a splendid outfitcombining luxury with a requiredcoolness. The classical style of highgloss is achieved usingMelio09-L-34in combination withMelioTop 297. Opcalin PearlPigments reflect the brilliant luxe.

Clean Lines /LinoWhere innovation hits basic colours Lino is the catch of the day. A

special preground withMelioGround CLprovides an uniformsurfaceon this yellow-dyed split leather handbag. The clear Lino-effect in areddish shade is applied using a special rollercoatingMelioAquabasetechnique withMelio06-U-55.

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Cartacoat B 640 and Cartacoat B 641 arethe building blocksCartacoat B 640: self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylateemulsion copolymerCartacoat B 641: formaldehyde-free Styrene Acrylateemulsion copolymer


Emulsions for Paper application

Impregnated Decoration Paper

Typical properties we can tailor:FlexibilityStrengthVarnish absorptionSynthetic resin absorption and

compatibilityOptimal Printability

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Wallpaper and Coated wallpaperTypical properties we can tailor :

Water resistanceLight fastnessWet and dry tensile StrengthTear strengthPrintability

Cartacoat B 432 and Cartacoat B 433 arethe building blocksCartacoat B 432 : self-crosslinked Vinyl Acrylate emulsioncopolymer for uncoated wallpaperCartacoat B 433 : self-crosslinked Vinyl Acrylate emulsioncopolymer for coated wallpaper

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

Coated Bottle Label

Typical properties we can tailor:Resistance to causticWet-strengthMechanical resistance (impact)GlossPrintability

Ink jet papersTypical properties we can tailor :Printing qualityOptical densityColor to color bleedingFeatheringBinding power

Coating and print water resistanceCartacoat B 930 and Cartacoat B 750 arethe starting blocksCartacoat B 930 : neutral Acrylate copolymer dispersion,binder for inkjet papersCartacoat B 750 : cationic Styrene Acrylate copolymerdispersion, binder for inkjet paper

Technical papers

Automotive filters

Typical properties we can tailor :Wet and dry tensile strengthBurstCompatibility with prominent

crosslinkersSolvent resistanceHigh temperature resistance

Cartacoat B 650 and Cartacoat B 642 arethe Building blocksCartacoat B 650 : self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylateemulsion copolymer for automotive filtersCartacoat B 642 : self-crosslinked Styrene Acrylateemulsion copolymer for automotive filters

TeabagsTypical properties we can tailor :Wet and dry tensile strengthHot water resistanceFood contact compliance

FDA 176.180 and 176.170 BfR 36

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

Medical non wovensTypical properties we can tailor:Sterilization ( rays)YFluid barrierMechanical propertiesResistance to alcoholsSoft hand

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

Wet laid non wovens

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Coated boardTypical properties we can tailor :Dry & Wet-strengthSmoothnessMechanical resistanceGlossPrintabilityFood contact compliance

Packaging

Cartacoat B 631 and B 634 are thebuilding blocksCartacoat B 631 and B 634 are Styrene Acrylate emulsioncopolymers for coated paper and boardpaper

Wax coated boardReplacement of waxTypical Properties we can tailor :Water barrier (Cobb)RepulpabilityRecycling abilityEasy handlingApplicationAir-Knife, Bar, Blade, size-press

Cartaseal FWP and FWT are the buildingblocksCartaseal FWP/FWT are formulations based on StyreneAcrylate emulsion copolymers

Food packaging papers and boardProperties we can tailor :Water resistanceWVTR (Water Vapor Resistance)Fat resistanceFood contact complianceApplicationAir-Knife, Bar, Blade

Cartaseal VGL and FTU are the buildingblocksCartaseal VGL and FTU are formulations based on StyreneAcrylate emulsion copolymers

Grease resistant food packagingThe Cartapack concept aims to replace

fluorochemicals for fast-food packagingapplicationsEffective coating formulations tailored to

each customer depending on requirementsComparable application cost to

fluorochemical treatmentImminent official launch

Cartapack 0602E and 0604E are thebuilding blocksCartapack 0602E and 0604E are formulations based onStyrene Acrylate emulsion copolymers

Anti-slip paper and boardProperties we can tailor :Friction coefficientFood contact complianceWater resistanceTemperature resistanceAnti-blockingApplicationGravure printerPhotogravure printers

Cartaseal AXU, ATM, APM and AFM are

the building block

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Cartacoat Bbuilding blocks

Summary

Technical papers

Wet laidnon wovens

Packaging

Decoration paper

Wallpaper and Coatedwallpaper

Coated Bottle labels

Ink jet PapersFilters

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 750Cartacoat B 650

Cartacoat B 631

Cartacoat B 600

Cartacoat B 631 and B 634

Cartacoat B Building blocks

0C-25C +25C +50C Tg

Styrene Acrylates

Vinyl AcrylatesB 432

Wallpaper

B 600Medical

non-woven

B 433Coated

Wallpaper

B 634Coated board

B 930,Inkjet

B 631Teabags

B 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

Cartacoat B 631 and B 634

Cartaseal FWtypes,Cartaseal VGL

Cartapack grades

Cartaseal A.. grades

Global Cartaseal Product Range 2006

Barrier Properties

WaterVapour

Fat/Grease

Water

Other Properties

Anti-SlipHeat

ResistanceHeatSeal

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 andanti-slipadditives

Range

Cartacoat B

Cartaseal /Cartapack

Technicalpapers

Wet-laidnonwovens

Packaging

Other additives

RangeTechnicalpapers

Wet-laidnonwovens

Packaging

Glyoxal andzirconium-basedCrosslinkers

Surface sizing

Rheologymodifiers

Greaseresistancefluoropolymers

CartabondTSI/LSZ/ZK

Cartacol

Cartacoat RM

CartafluorCFI /NFI

Building blocks chief characteristics

Building block Tg in C PH Solids content CommentsCartacoat B 640 28 4 50 Thermal crosslinkingCartacoat B 641 28 5 50Cartacoat 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 crosslinkingCartacoat B 631 20 8 50Cartacoat B 600 -25 2.5 50 Thermal crosslinking

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Clariant Consultancy Service Section

Poor / Uneven surface; Improper removal of kitties in heavy drill fabric on jigger and whiteness variation are some of the other major problemsencountered during processing

Problems

Poor / Uneven absorbency

Poor dye pick up on viscose and polynosicscomponent

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 steamcondensates 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 than060C

Due to improper oxidative treatment

mainly Sodiumhypochlorite 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 mercerizationAbrasion 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 steampressure

Maintain the desired dwell time by

controlling the speed of the machinedepending on fabric quality

Ensure proper threading and heating of TRC

to avoid steamcondensation/dropping on

cloth

Use of Hostapal MRN Liq conc. is

recommended as a wetting cumdetergent.

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 not0exceed 60C

Ensure uniformpH of the fabric at the

body and near the selvedge beforeoxidative 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 alkaliafter 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 uniformdyeing and printing without retarding action.Produces bright dyeingPrevents filtering off of dyes during package dyeing.Excellent oil emulsifying propertyFabric substantive leveling agentAlso suitable for automotive yarn dyeing

Yellowish, readily pourable liquidAnionicReadily Dilutable with waterGood stability to hard water, acids, alkalis, saltsCompatible with products of various Ionicity

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

Eganal PS Liquid

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

to give an excellent absorbency to the fabric.Substitutes the soda scouringOptimumprice/performance ratioWorks at bath pH approximately 8.5 9.5Significant 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 neededEnzymatic treatment withBactosol COipLiquidoffers all possible

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

Bactosol CO ip Liquid

0

1

2

3

4

5

LevellingColumn-Test

LevellingMini-Bobbin

DispersinHPX-Yellow

Filtertestwhite 1g/l

MigrationBrown-

Migration3-Colours

RetardinGre

FoamingFoam

Emulsifyingmineral oil

Emulsifyingsilicon oil

NEWARRIVAL

Diagram: Process with Bactosol COip liquid

oTemperature(C)

0

20

40

60

80

100

15 mino

95C15 min

o7 3C min

Bio-Scouring

Drain

Dyeing

0.2%SodaashpH=8.5 - 9.0

0.1%Bactosol COipliq0.4%Imerol NLF Liquid

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

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

Test Parameter Conventional Bio-scouring process

Process Time 105 mins 80 minsPackage 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 fabricNewly developed CerapermMDplus 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

NEWARRIVAL

BOUNCE

PERMANENCE BODY

NOLIMP

DRYBOUNCEON PES

LEATHER

ELASTICITY

STRETCH

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Inside Views

Apparel & Fashion Meet in BangaloreMr Christoph Bergmann (Apparel & Fashion,

Clariant International) was in India to promotethe Apparel & Fashion Concept in India and tomeet some of our key customers. During hisvisit, a customer meet was organized inBangalore and was attended by several leadingbrands and apparel manufacturers. Specialeffects and various functional finishes as perthe end use were discussed.

Printofix New Range introducedTechnical meets were organized for Printofix concept in Tirupur and Delhiduring the visit of Stefan Schlosser (PG Printing, Clariant International).Introducing the new Printofix T premiumrange with very high fastnesslevels & Printofix A range range with moderate level of fastness,pigment dispersions for pigment printing, Mr Schlosser highlighted thevarious unique features of the range and the benefits they offer toprinters such as high dispersion stability, very low viscosity of pigment

dispersion.

TexSummit 2007Clariant was the GOLDSponsor for the

TexSummit 2007, an international conferenceon Contemporary Processing of Textiles &Apparels: Challenges and Opportunities whichwas held in Mumbai on January 11, 2007. TheConference was organized by the UICT(formerly UDCT). Mr Anjani Prasad (Head

Textile, Leather & Paper Chemicals Division)presented a paper on Novel effects in Garmentprocessing and value added finishes.

He highlighted Clariant's products and servicesofferings for textiles that has strengthened thecompany's image as a Total Solution provider.Some of the services promoted wereconsultancy service, certificate course on wetprocessing of textiles and packages like EasyPre, Ant-Ox, pad-Ox, Black magic and so on.

The Divisions publications were on display at astall at the venue.

Technical Workshop Wet end dyes and chemicals forLeather IndustryMr. J ohn Alan Grant, Finishing technician visited India for trials with keycustomers fromFebruary 19 to March 9, 2007. A technical workshopwith customer projects for wet end dyes & chemicals was completed in

January 2007 by Mr. Angel Navarro. Mr. Clive Sibborn visited the South& East markets fromJanuary 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 byDKTE Society's Textile and EngineeringInstitute as part of their Silver J ubileeCelebration fromFebruary 17 -18, 2007.Various emerging areas like nano-technology,technical textiles, recent advances inmachinery and technology were the highlight ofthe event. Mr Nirmal Punjabi presented a paperon Specialized Preparatory, dyeing andfinishing processes for fabrics and garments.Various specialty / value added finishes,concepts fromPre-treatment to dyeingprocesses fromClariant were the highlights.

First certificate course on Wet Processingof Textiles by Clariant

The first Certificate Course on Wet Processingof Textiles was successfully conducted at thefactory premises of M/s OBEETEE PVT LTD,Gopiganj, Distt. Bhadohi, UP. This Customer ismost reputed Woolen Carpet yarn Dyers andProcessor and a trend setter .Most of theWoolen carpet is exported. Training wasorganized in two batches for a total of 28

participants fromdyeing head to shop floorsupervisors working in shifts. The one weektraining was organized to create awarenessabout various textile finishes, pre-treatmentprocesses, dyeing and the faults related todyeing. Other topics such as role of auxiliaries,laboratory test procedures, RFD(ready fordyeing) and shade correction methods were alsodiscussed. The Certificate course wasconducted 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 PGW/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 fromM/s Obeetee with Clariant teamduring the training

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2 = traditional soil release finish3 = easy clean & body comfort

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Apparel and Fashion Section

Easy clean and body comfort

Clariant's effort and innovation to meet the modern requirements ofgarments results in an outstanding finish:easy clean & body comfort

Ordinary finishes in the past have protected against stains but with lossof wearing properties. Classical soilrelease finishes reduce the capabilityof the fabrics moisture managementtransportation dramatically.

With Clariant's new easy clean &body comfort, overcome thediscomfort and feel great at any time

and any place.

Easy removal of dirt and stainsduring laundryExcellent body climate due to

fast and effective moisturetransportation away fromtheskinImproved drying propertiesDurable effect even after

multiple washes

This effect has a high performance regarding moisture management andsoil & 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).

Nuva4118 Liquidnewly developed nanotech based hydrophilic soil release finishexcellent wicking propertiesGood washing permanency

SolusoftTOWLiquid Conc.Hydrophilic silicone softenerIdeal for moisture managementfinish fine, super soft, elegant handle means excellent wearabilityNo yellowing on white goodsSuitable for overprinting

HydropermHV LiquidHydrophilic silicone softenerGives soft and full handle with high wicking propertyAdditionally used in the easy-care finish

HydropermSRHA LiquidMoisture management, soil release and anti-static propertiesWicks moisture away fromskinDries more quicklyStays soft and breathableDurable effects upto 30 laundries

FluowetUD LiquidSpecial wetting agent for fluorocarbon applicationAdversely affect the hydrophilic effect of finishes because it has

no rewetting properties

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

Following are the products to achieve easy clean & bodycomfort

Unfinished Traditional soilrelease finish

easy clean &body comfort

APPAREL AND FASHION SECTION

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Corporate Product Safety (CPS)

Mounting awareness and concern for consumer and environmentalprotection, increasingly stringent statutory regulations, retailer standardsand various eco-labeling requirements have made product safety testing amandatory pre-requisite for doing business today.

There are several reasons

Legislations related to Chemistry, are becoming increasinglyexpansive and complex worldwide.Product exclusion lists fromInsurers are being annually extended.More and more Retailers are coming up with their individual

Restricted Substances Lists with varied limitsRequired Support within Clariant on Ecotoxicological issues

including testing.

With this new lab we will ensure that our products are always compliantwith current legislation, regulations and standards. A unique lab and onlyof 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 servicesSupport fulfillment of legal requirements & Customer needs

Propose & implement PS plan, budget and resourcesPerformchemical evaluation and registrationsCommunicate important health & environmental issuesSupport legal departments on liability/claimissuesSafeguard compliance with defined standards & guidelinesSupport Emergency ManagementManage 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 aswell as finished articles made using Clariant's products.Ecological testing

Certain ecological tests, which help in assessing theenvironmental impact of products

Physical testingFor safe production, storage and transportation of products asthey help in defining process parameters, storage and transportclassification and hazard handling

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LMWgroup co to diversify into home textiles

Madura Garment lines up two-way split

GrasimIndustries to launch new generation viscose fibre

Welspun eyes $75 M buys in UK, Europe

The LMWgroup outfit Adwaith Lakshmi Industries Ltd. Is foraying intohome textiles/terry products to take advantage of strong growthprospects seen in export of cotton made-ups The company is set toimplement a Rs 15 crore investment plan towards creating a home textiledivision which will focus on producing bath / bed-linens and terryproducts for export markets. The company is having its own yarnproduction unit with a cumulative 35,000 spindle capacity, producing75 tonnes of yarn per month. The home textile project will be able todraw 25 %of this yarn for captive use for home textile products, thusgiving value addition to its spinning operations

A V Birla group (AVB) is set to split Madura Garments, the country'slargest branded apparel business, into two companies. The group ispoised to unveil MGLifestyle Brands and Retail Business a new fashionbrands company operating with key brands like Louis Philippe, Allen Sollyand Van Heusen besides lifestyle retail formats such as Planet Fashionand Trouser Town.

Aditya Birla Group's GrasimIndustries is expected to commerciallylaunch its third generation viscose fibre 'Excel' next month. The newfiber, after its viscose and modal fibre ranges will be positioned at thepremiumcellulosic fibre that would be used for manufacture of high endapparels such as shirting or denimfabrics that are expected to carryhigher fabric strength and the bouncy look. The company's main viscosefibre plant at Nagda in Madhya Pradesh has taken up trial production ofthe new generation textile fibers intended to cater to the high end fabricapplication.

You will hear Vimal Once againThe Rs 300 crore Vimal textile brand, launched 27 years ago by RelianceIndustries, is preparing for a major comeback this April. The company isplanning to launch a separate apparel brand in ready-made formalmenswear, besides introducing newer range of fabrics to its existingtextile division. The apparel range would sport a different brand nameand would cater to premium, mid and affordable segments. The company

has also signed on Maurizio Bonas, of master suit-craftsmenfromItaly repute, to introduce new designs in men's formalwear to especially cater to the younger clientele in India.

Welspun India, the country's largest terry towel producer andexporter, is eyeing further acquisitions after grabbing 85%stake in CHTholdings, the holding company of UK's largest and number one terrytowel brand Christy for Rs 132 crore last year. Currently the textilemajor is exploring options to acquire another company with a minimumsize of $50-75 million in UK or Europe to gain access to new customersand markets easily. Christy had added the much needed flip to theWelspun 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 willmuster 20%of its consolidated sales frombranded products in 2007-2008.

Gleanings from Press

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Textile

Technology and performance come together in world's lightestshoe

5 SEZ footwear parks by 2010-2011

Leather industry targets $7 bn exports by 2011

Adidas announced release of its highly anticipated running shoe - adizeroin India. Nicknamed 'Zero Gravity' adizero is world's lightest shoe andhas been designed keeping in mind the needs of both fitness consciouspeople who like to run and professional runners. A groundbreakingcombination of comfort and high performance, the adizero finished firstin 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, underthe Council for Leather Exports (CLE) vision map for 2010-2011 which

envisages setting up these parks in various parts of the country. One ofthe park at Sriperumbudur near Chennai is being promoted by Tamil Nadugovernment which will have the capacity to manufacture one lakh pairsof 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 iseager to forge tie-ups with various Italian leather goods designers toachieve the target. An Italian delegation, which had recently visitedKolkata recently, showed interest in India's leather industry. Italy's ArpelGroup, an international school for shoes and leather accessoriesdesigning, is currently looking for partners in India. Retail major Wal-Martis also eyeing the Indian Leather sector.

Leather

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