Continuous biopolishing of cellulose-containing fabrics
US6126698A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 1998 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
- CPC primaryD06M2200/50
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for continuously biopolishing cellulose-containing fabrics is disclosed. This method involves (a) contacting the fabric with a cellulase having low affinity for cellulose and (b) subjecting the contacted fabric to high temperature. Treatment of the cellulose-containing material may be carried out as an additional step or a combined step with chemical preparation, dyeing, printing and finishing. This treatment results in excellent pilling performance, minimal loss in fabric strength and weight, and better wettability.
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