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A textile technologist, chemist to be more precise. Have taken up responsibilities with AATCC and ASTM International to provide technical and support services to members and member prospects. Involved in QA systems implementation for Textile producers. Work with some of the top rated technicians in the world. We are Rated very highly Globally. I share my knowledge and experience ( Episteme and Techne)with the industry. Conduct Training programs for AATCC and ASTM Intl. In addition design and deliver tailor made programs and deliver lectures. Love to drive in search of desolate and exotic locations, where the air is clean , water in pure and nature is still natural. Ironically I Love gadgets and gizmo's and experimenting with new hardware and software. Life is not perfect , but it is interesting. Imperfections make life worth living. A perfect system is no challenge to the body , mind and soul.

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Canada Regulations Amending the Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations

March 7, 2009

Statutory authority  Textile Labelling Act

Sponsoring department and agency Department of Industry and Competition Bureau

Back Ground

The Textile Labelling Act (TLA) and the Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations (TLAR) are intended to protect consumers against misrepresentation in the labelling and advertising of textile products as well as to ensure that consumers may choose textiles on the basis of fibre content.

REGULATIONS AMENDING THE TEXTILE LABELLING AND ADVERTISING REGULATIONS

AMENDMENTS

1. (1) Paragraph 26(2)(o) of the Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations (see footnote 1) is amended by striking out “and” at the end of subparagraph (i), by adding “and” at the end of subparagraph (ii) and by adding the following after subparagraph (ii):

(iii) where the olefin units are cross-linked synthetic polymers with low but significant crystallinity, composed of at least 95 per cent by mass of ethylene and at least one other olefin unit and the fibre is substantially elastic and heat resistant, “lastol” may be used as the generic name for the fibre;

(2) Subsection 26(2) of the Regulations is amended by striking out “and” at the end of paragraph ( t ), by adding “and” at the end of paragraph ( u ) and by adding the following after paragraph ( u ):

(v) a manufactured fibre in which the fibre-forming substance is composed of at least 85 per cent by mass of lactic acid ester units derived from naturally occurring sugars is “PLA” or “polylactic acid”.

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Lastol — The fibre for which the generic name “lastol” has been proposed is mainly targeted for apparel applications, specifically in clothing applications where stretch is desirable. According to the applicant, lastol is a type of “olefin fibre” (already a prescribed generic name), which differs from commercially available olefin fibres because of its elasticity and wide temperature tolerance, making it a good choice for easy-care stretch apparel applications. In particular, the applicant (DOW Chemical Company) maintains that lastol has distinctive properties that would be significant to consumers, including (1) stretch and recovery power that is far superior to that of any olefin fibre; (2) shape retention at temperatures in excess of 170°C, which enables the fibre to survive rigorous manufacturing and consumer care processes; and (3) chemical resistance to solvents that typically dissolve conventional olefins.

PLA — The fibre for which the generic name “PLA” has been proposed is mainly targeted for apparel applications, specifically performance apparel applications. In particular, the applicant (Natureworks LLC) maintains that PLA has distinctive properties that would be significant to consumers, including (1) low moisture absorption and high wicking, offering benefits for sports and performance apparel and products; (2) low flammability and smoke generation; (3) high resistance to ultra violet (UV) light, a benefit for performance apparel as well as outdoor furniture and furnishings applications; (4) a low index of refraction, which provides excellent colour characteristics; and (5) lower specific gravity, making PLA lighter in weight than other fibres. These properties are important to consumers who desire sports or performance apparel that is water-resistant and washable, or desire furnishings with low flammability.

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