While researchers have previously identified natural flame retardant properties in brown-colored cotton, “The new study is the first report of a white cotton line with the property,” he said.

FR clothing is often designed to be breathable and allow employees to move around freely. Flame-resistant uniforms are not to be confused with fireproof uniforms.

Cotton, linen, acetate and triacetate also have a high burning rate but this can be alleviated by the application of flame-retardant chemical additives.

Carhartt's iconic A18 hat is now made flame-resistant stretchy rib knit that keeps out the cold. Carhartt Carhartt also has flame-resistant clothing.

White cotton can normally only be made fire resistant by adding toxic flame retardants, but a new form could enable us to make inherently non-flammable cotton fabrics ...

Researchers develop breakthrough one-step flame retardant for cotton textiles The non-toxic coating offers safer solutions against fire for everyday materials, protecting lives and property.

Anyone who does laundry regularly is well acquainted with the many rules regarding certain items. Some articles of clothing can only be washed on the gentle cycle, others should be hung up to dry, and ...

Biology Researchers Breed Naturally Flame-Resistant Cotton Burn tests showed that new strains of cotton were able to self-extinguish after being set on fire.

The safety requirements for workwear vary depending on your industry, and your flame-resistant clothing choice must meet those standards. Seek out the specific performance standards for your ...

Flame-retardant materials are different than flame-resistant; they are treated with chemicals to slow the burning process, however, they can still ignite under sustained exposure to flame.