Methods for stonewashing fabrics using endoglucanases
US5650322A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 1992 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06M2200/50
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed are improved aqueous processes and compositions for obtaining a "stonewashed", look in colored fabric while reducing the amount of redeposition of colorant onto the fabric, as well as the fabrics produced from these methods. In particular, the disclosed methods as directed to contacting fabrics with fungal cellulase composition which is substantially free of CBH type components. Fabrics so treated show reduced redeposition of colorant.
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