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Zinc oxide additive makes cellulose antimicrobial.

Source :
Advances in Textiles Technology; Dec2011, p3-4, 2p
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article discusses the use of Alceru, a cellulose-forming technology, in the Hohenstein Institute of Bönnigheim, Germany in producing antimicrobial fibres. It notes on the launching of Alceru at the Man-made Fibers Congress held in Dornbirn, Austria from September 14-16, 2011. It also mentions the presence of zinc oxide to Alceru making it antimicrobial.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14720256
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Advances in Textiles Technology
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
70085021