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Softening agents

US5858023A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 1995
Grant dateJan 12, 1999
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD06M2200/50
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method for the treatment of natural or synthetic fibers, such as wool, cotton, nylon or acrylic, so as to impart a softer handle, comprising treating the fibers with a polymer or prepolymer as defined. The method may be performed as either a continuous process or as a batch process.

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