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Characteristics of Polypropylene Fabric

Multi-Functional Polypropylene Fabric

. Light Weight

. More Warmth

. Anti-Static

. Soft Touch

. Quick Dry

Polyester

WindRain

Moisture caused by sweat

−( CH2CH)n− │ CH3

ner

Qualities

Density : 0.91 < Water (1.00) Moisture Absorption : 0.05%

Low Moisture Absorption Rate -> Antimicrobial

Approved by US FDA -> Harmless to human body

Molecule structure : C, H -> regeneration possible

Superior Insulation -> Low thermal conductivityIn case of incineration, NO toxic gas emittedChemical resistant, superior electrical qualities

Structure contains Carbon and Hydrogen only

Physical and Chemical Qualities of

Sustainable PP MaterialChemical Structure

Not heat resistant; caution when ironing

PP(Polypropylene) Compared to PP(Polypropylene) Compared to other Fabricsother Fabrics

• Extremely lightweight, Environmentally friendly, Insulating, Hydrophobic, Chemical resistant, Excellent wicking

PP 100%

PP SOCKS

COTTON HANDKERCHIE

F

Cotton PET Nylon P.P

Weight 1.54 1.38 1.14 0.91

Moisture Content 8.50% 0.40% 4.50% 0.05%

Drying time Poor Good Good Excellent

Thermal Conductivity

17.5 7.3 10 5

PP PET Nylon

Cotton Wool

Moisture Discharge

☆ ○ ○ x ○

Thermal Conductivity

6 7.3 10 17.5 8

Heat Resistance

☆ ○ X ○ △

Abrasion Resistance

☆ ○ ☆ ○ △

Breaking strength (g/d)

4.8-7 5-6 3-6 3-5 1-2

Breaking Strength (wet)

4.8-7 5-6 2.6-5.4

3.3-6.4

0.8-1.6

Moisture Absorption Rate

0.05%

0.4% 4.5% 8.0% 16.0%

Weight 0.91 1.38 1.14 1.50 1.32

Anti-Bacterial ☆ ☆ ☆ x △

Contamination ☆ ☆ ☆ x △

Dye Strength ☆ △ ○ ○ x

Static ☆ xx x ○ △

Pilling ○ xx x ○ △

Melting Point 162℃

250℃

230℃

- -

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Cotton Handkerchief

PP 100%

PP 의 비중 비교 – PID 전시회

Polypropylene Material Qualities Comparison

☆ : Excellent, ○ : Good, △ : Fair, x: Poor, xx: Very Poor

Sustainability of Material (Emission rate of Greenhouse Gas)

PP Fiber’s Superior Drying Rate Compared

• Superior drying rate : PP > PLA > PTT > COTTON

Source - Bolton University

Drying Times

30.00

35.00

40.00

45.00

50.00

55.00

60.00

65.00

Dryweight

Wetweight

1hr 2hr 3hr 4hr 5hr 6hr 7hr 24hrs

Time

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PPCottonPTT

Heat Resistance of Inner Dryness

0

2

4

6

8

10

12

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Heat Resistance of

Inner Humidity

FusionMelt

0

1

2

3

70 80 90 100 110 120 130S

tress (g/d)

140℃ and Lower

- Higher than 140℃ =

Stiff

- Fusion : 145℃ - Melting Point : 157℃

130℃ and Lower - Higher than 130℃ = Strength Degradation (Hydrolysis)

PP Fabric’s Characteristics after Processing

Anti-static ,moisture releasing and insulating clothing and blanket for infants and patients Anti-microbial and lightweight

Hygiene Apparel for Infants and

Patients

Military and Aircraft Blanket

Lightweight, anti-static, antimicrobial, and insulating blanket for aircraft and military use

Lightweight and moisture releasing blanket for sports

Hiking, fishing, and insulating clothing

Cold weather clothing for professional soccer, baseball, basketball

Endothelial clothing during cycles of cold weather and changing seasons

Various Active and Sportswear

Applications of Applications of Multi-Functional PP Multi-Functional PP

FabricFabric

Europe, US, and other Foreign Fiber Developed Countries :

Growing as New Material for Clothing ← Sustainable, Lightweight, other qualities

Large Corporation/Enterprise: Production↓ ; Mainly produced by Medium/Small Companies

Europe : Mainly use PP Fiber since 2005 Clothing/Socks for Soccer Players

Italian PP produced and in sale in 40 different colors

Belgian company ENYA increasing clothing market with PP high-denier

HELLY HANSEN® ; knitted clothing (active wear, sportswear, kids apparel, INNER)

LOFFLER ; Outdoor T-shirt develop and sale

US : Mainly for Special Use (Military under clothing, mask, neck gator)

NIKE® ; Developing shoe material with Korean shoe supplier company

Foreign PP ApplicationForeign PP Application

PP MaterialClothing

PP MaterialClothing

Military Under Clothing

Military Mask

European Sportswear Outdoor T-ShirtMilitary Neck Gator

(LOFFLER®)(HELLY HANSEN®)

87.2

73.3 72.1 69.8

54.750.0 47.7 45.3

23.319.8

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Sports, Leisure-wear Material

Source: Sports, Leisure-wear Business and Consumer Report 2006

Sports, Leisure Fiber Research Center

67.4

20.9 19.8

1.2

기능성 패션트랜드 가격 기타

Sports, Leisure-wear Material Selection Criteria

[UNIT % / Repeated Responses]

Technical Clothing Market Trend

Technical Fashion Trend

Price Other

Fashion known to be “Eco-friendly” and also called “Green Fashion”Lead by major apparel brands such as Unifi Inc., Levi’s, Victoria’s Secret,

H&M, Target, and Nike in the market.According to Unifi Inc.’s recent research regarding customer attraction to

sportswear, 50% of female and 38% of male participants said they would purchase eco-friendly products.

In addition, Unifi Inc. also announced that they will begin a eco-friendly zipper production line with Ideal, world’s second largest zipper manufacturer.

Levi Strauss has produced jean pants using 100% eco-friendly material and utilized recycled metal and natural wood since ’06 FALL season and these products have been in sale under the name of “Levi’s Eco” since 2007.

Wood Fiber, Bamboo Fiber, Corn Fiber, Soy Fiber are gaining much attention as eco-friendly materials.

Development of new materials and constructing a market according to this will be an opportunity to create novel vitality in the fiber industry.

Portion of “Korea Federation of Textile Industries 2007 Half-Year Report”

Sustainable Clothing Market Trend

Interest in Sustainable (Eco-Friendly) Fiber