Azlon

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Azlon is a synthetic textile fiber composed of protein material derived from natural sources[1]. For example, soy[2], peanut, milk and corn[3]. Currently it is used in clothing[4] and reuseable labwares[5] (Not made from 'Azlon' but made from PPE and other plastics).

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[edit] Canada

Under the Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations, Section 26(f), 'Azlon' is any fibre made from regenerated protein.[6]

[edit] United States

The name 'Azlon' is regulated by the Federal Trade Commission, ยง 303.7(g) Rules and Regulations Under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act[7]. However, there are currently no domestic production.[8][9]

[edit] References

  1. ^ azlon, or protein fibre (textile) - Britannica Online Encyclopedia
  2. ^ Eco-friendly products closer to your doorstep
  3. ^ Meet the Azlons from A to Z: Regenerated & Rejuvenated
  4. ^ Soy No-Show Brief
  5. ^ Reusable Plastic Lab Supplies
  6. ^ Textile Labelling and Advertising Regulations
  7. ^ Rules and Regulations Under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act
  8. ^ Azlon Fiber
  9. ^ Glossary

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