Washing instructions on clothing labels:


In addition to the above temperature conditions, there are others, indicated by the corresponding numbers in the “basin” icon: for example, you can see 95 (washing is possible even with boiling), 70 and 60. The horizontal stripes at the bottom have similar meanings. In some countries (USA and Canada), instead of digital values, dots are used, where one dot means 30°, and each new one increases the value by 10, and so on up to 70, and 6 dots mean 95° C.

Markings on clothes for ironing:


Meanings of symbols on labels for centrifuge drying (and spinning):


Designations on clothing labels for natural drying:


Markings on clothing labels for bleaching:


Meanings of instructions on labels for dry cleaning (professional cleaning):

Designation of fabric composition (English/German)

Co Cotton/Baumwolle - cotton.
Li Linen-Flax/Lein - linen.
GREEN COTTON - environmentally friendly cotton, without harmful "chemicals"
WO Wool/Wolle - wool
SE Silk/Seide - silk.

Fabric composition table

Antipilling treatment - treatment of a material that makes it resistant to “pilling”.

AC Acetato/Acetate/Acetat/Acetate - acetate fiber

AF Sonstige fasem/Another fibre/Autres fibres, as well as EA other fibers

CA Canapa/Hemp/Hant/Chanvre - fiber from hemp, hemp

Charmeuse (locknit) - lightweight and durable woven material

Co Cotone/Cotton/Baumwolle/Coton - cotton

COTTON - cotton. One of the types of natural fibers of plant origin. Obtained from the fiber covering cotton seeds.

Cotton Brushed Twill is a woven brushed cotton material.

Cotton Canvas is a strong, coarse and dense cotton fabric made from a thick plain weave with windproof properties.

Cotton Combed is a cotton material that is given additional softness through special processing.

Cotton Corduroy - corduroy. Dense pile cotton fabric with weft pile produced from relatively fine yarn. Corduroy has pile scars on the front side that run along the warp threads.

Cotton Heavy Jersey is a dense, warm cotton knitted fabric, usually with the addition of polyester, which has a “comb” on the inside. Surface density indicator from 160 to 260 g/sq.m.

Cotton Jersey Pique is a thick ribbed cotton fabric with a brushed interior. Produced by combined or one and a half layer weave.

Cotton Jacquard is a woven cotton material that has a large-patterned (jacquard) weave of fibers, giving it greater density and an original appearance.

Cotton Needle-Out Knit - cotton knitwear with stripes.

Cotton Ottoman is an elastic cotton jersey with a transverse seal on the inside of the product.

Cotton Pique is a thick ribbed cotton fabric. It is produced using several warp and weft systems. Each of the systems, located one above the other, forms a layer of tissue.

Cotton Popcorn Knit is a cotton knit with an unusual weave of fibers, similar to a terry towel, making the material warmer and more original.

Cotton Ribb is an elastic cotton knitwear with fine stripes, which has a higher dimensional stability.

Cotton Single Jersey is a thin cotton jersey with a surface density of 160 to 180 g/sq.m.

Cotton Twill is a woven cotton material.

Cotton Waffle Knil - cotton knit with honeycomb design.

Cu Cupro/Cupro/Cupro/Cupro - copper-ammonia fiber

EA Altre fibre/Other fibres, as well as AF other fibers

EL ELASTAN Comma/Bubber/Elastodien/Elastodiene/Elastan/Elasthan/Elasthanne - elastane. Trade name for high-tensile fiber. Same as elastic.

ESP (Extra Stretch Polyester fiber) is a very strong fiber that is resistant to chlorine and sunlight.

HA Pelo/Hair/Haar/Poil - bristles, hair thread, pile

Heavy TC - poplin, denser and warmer.

Herringbone - “fish bone” or “herringbone”. A material with an inclined ribbed structure. Interlock - complex fibers obtained by introducing fibers, usually cotton and polyester, into each other at a structural level.

HL Limisto/Union Linen/Halbleinen/Metis - flax with impurities, semi-linen fiber

Jersey Brushed Fleece is a warm knitted material, usually cotton and polyester, that has a brush on the inside.

Li Lino/Linen-Flax/Flaxs, Linen/Lin - linen

Lining - lining.

Ly Laychra/Laycra - lycra. The trade name of a highly tensile fiber developed by the chemical concern du Pont. Same as elastic.

Ma Modacrilice/Modacrylin/Modacryl/Modacryliqe - modified acrylic

Md Modal/Moadal/Modal/Modal - modified viscose fiber

Ny NYLON Naylon/Polyamide polyamide - nylon. General name for polyamide fibers and materials obtained from solutions or melts of polyamides. It has high strength, wear resistance, elasticity and low linear density. They are resistant to many chemical reagents, resist biochemical influences well, and are easy to paint. Low hygroscopic and not resistant to light.

Nylon Micro is a material based on nylon microfiber, which has high strength, wear resistance and low weight. Able to remove excess moisture from the surface of the body.

Nylon Micro Ribb is a material based on nylon microfiber with a striped structure.

Nylon Mini Mesh - nylon mesh. Typically used as a lining. Increases moisture removal from the body surface and air exchange.

Nylon Oxford is a woven nylon whose fibers are arranged perpendicular to each other, thereby achieving strength and increasing wind and moisture protection properties.

Nylon/PVC - woven nylon with a polyvinyl chloride coating on the inside, giving the product additional density and water resistance.

Nylon Ripstop is a woven nylon with a checkered structure, which gives the material greater density and wind- and moisture-proof properties.

Nylon Taslan - taslan nylon. The trade name of a material based on polyamide microfiber, which has the ability to remove moisture from the surface of the body and improve air exchange.

Nylon Taslan Washed - the same as taslan nylon, only more “crinkled” and softer (washed nylon).

Nylon Twill is a durable woven nylon that has increased wear resistance due to the plain weave of the fibers.

Outer - top, outer part of the product.

Me Metall/Metal/Meta - metallized thread

PA Acrilica/Polyacrylic/Polyacryl/Acrylique/Acrilico/Acrylic - acrylic

PE Polietilen/Polyethylene/Polietileno - polyethylene fiber

PL POLYESTER Polyestere/Polyester/Polyester - polyester. General name for polyester fibers and materials obtained from melts of polyethylene rephthalate. Has high strength and wear resistance. It retains its shape well and wrinkles little, resistant to light. Low hygroscopic.

Polyester Microfiber is a fabric based on polyester microfiber, which has excellent moisture-releasing properties due to the special weave of ultra-fine fibers. The material protects well from wind and rain.

Polyester Mini Mesh - polyester mesh. Typically used as a lining. Increases moisture removal from the body surface and air exchange.

Polyesler Peach Washer - the same as Polyester Microfiber, but more velvety.

Polyesler Polar Fleece - polyester fleece (polar fleece), unstructured felted polyester. It has high thermal insulation properties, strength and abrasion resistance, as well as low creasing.

Polyesler/PVC - fabric based on polyester with additional processing of polyvinyl chloride on the inside, giving the product additional density and water resistance.

Polyesler Tricot is a polyester jersey with elasticity and high strength characteristics. A product made from this material retains its shape well during wear and after washing.

Polyesler Tricol Shiny is a polyester jersey with a characteristic shine.

POLYAMID - polyamide. Same as nylon.

PP Polipropilene - polypropylene fiber

PU Poliuretanica/Polyurethane/Polyurethan - polyurethane fiber

RA Ramie - nettle fiber (ramie)

RVC Polyvinylchloride/Polyvinylchlorid - polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl chloride

PVCF Polyvinylchloride fiber - polyvinyl chloride fiber

Ribbed Interlock - knitwear based on complex fibers with a ribbed structure.

RS Rubber artificial - rubber, artificial rubber

JU Juta/Jute - jute

SE Seta/Silk/Seide/Soie - silk

SW Silkworm - silkworm

TA Triacetato/Triacetate/Triacetat - triacetate

TC - poplin, an old abbreviation denoting a material consisting of cotton and polyester (another name for Polycotton); can be either woven or knitted.

Terry (towelling) - terry material, usually cotton based

TR Residut tessili/Textile residual/Restlich Textil/Residu Textile - industrial weaving residues, composition arbitrary

VI Viscosa/Viscose - viscose

WA Angora/Angora (karin) - wool fiber from the Angora goat

WO Lana/Wool/Woole/Lane/Laine/Wolle - wool

WK Camello/Camel/Kamel/Chamean - camel hair

WL Lama/Liama ​​- wool fiber from llama

WM Mohair - mohair, wool of the Angora goat processed in a special way

WS Kashmir/Cashemire/Cashmere/Kaschmir - cashmere

WP Alpaca/Alpaka - alpaca wool

WY Yach/Yak/Yack - yak wool

Fabric composition denoted in Latin letters. Below are the main symbols and their explanation:

Fabric composition table

Caring for natural fabrics Cotton Can be washed at any temperature in a washing machine and by hand using universal laundry detergents. Products may shrink by 3-5% after washing.
Silk requires delicate handling. We recommend hand washing with special detergents for washing wool and silk at temperatures up to 30°C. Does not tolerate high temperatures. Wash colored items separately. Do not soak.
Wool- hand washing or machine washing is recommended if it has a program for washing wool, at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Use special detergents for wool. After washing, do not wring out too much. Dry the items by carefully laying them on a towel.

Caring for artificial fabrics Rayon, viscose, modal It is recommended to wash at low temperature. Hand wash is preferred. Shrinkage 4-7% when washed. Use mild detergents.

Caring for synthetic fabrics Tactel, lycra, dacron, polyesters, polyamides, elastane- machine washing at 40°C is recommended. Does not tolerate hot irons (may melt!)

General principles to follow when caring for fabrics
- Do not use bleaching agents unless specifically stated on the product label.
- Use soft detergents (liquid or powder).
- Incorrect dosage of detergent may damage your laundry.
- Dosage recommendations are indicated on the detergent packaging.
- When washing in the machine, place your underwear in special bags.
- Do not soak printed or colored fabrics.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Before washing, pay attention to the care instructions indicated on the product.
- Sort laundry by type of wash. Wash new colored items separately the first time you wash them. Wash bright and dark colored laundry separately.
- If the care symbols indicate a delicate cycle, it is advisable to halve the amount of laundry. This will prevent it from curling too much.
- Wash items made from synthetic fibers and their mixtures separately from cotton and linen.
- Dark materials have an excess of coloring substances. This excess must be removed by hand washing.

Icons found on labels with recommendations for washing and ironing temperatures
Washing:
Drying and spinning:
Bleaching and dry cleaning:
Ironing:

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Any factory fabric must have a marking indicating the composition of the fibers from which it is made. Such data is indicated both on rolls and on tags on fabric samples. Often the name of the fiber material is written in full, but most often abbreviations are used.

Information about fabric composition is important for many reasons:

1. It primarily determines the mechanical and external characteristics of the fabric, its wear resistance, shrinkage and other parameters.
2. Different types of fibers can vary significantly in cost. As a rule, they are more expensive than synthetic ones.
3. Knowing the composition of the fabric, you can with a fair degree of confidence assume a suitable washing, drying and ironing regime (if this is allowed at all).
4. The area of ​​application directly follows from the intended care regimen. For example, 100% linen tulle in the kitchen will inevitably collect grease and will need to be washed regularly, which will certainly lead to shrinkage of the fabric. Conclusion - it is better not to use this type of fabric in an inappropriate place.

The order of the short designations for mixed fabrics is sorted in descending order of percentage. For example, 53%PES, 40%VI, 7%LI

In the case of equal content, the sequence can be any.

Fabrics made from 100% of one type of fiber may be labeled "All" instead of "100%" 100% CO = All CO.

If the percentage of material is less than 5%, such fiber may be designated as “other fiber” or “other fibers”.
This rule does not apply to characteristic fibers that radically change the properties of the fabric; for example, 1% Lurex is enough to make the fabric sparkle. The same applies to spandex and some other specialty fibers. Also, wool cannot be declared as “another fiber”.

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When polyamide fabric appeared in our country in the middle of the last century, it created a real sensation. Capron emphasized female beauty for the first time, and nylon shirts turned all men into movie stars. Products made from new materials became an indispensable attribute of the wardrobes of the first fashionistas and beauties of the Soviet Union. The word “polyamide” remained for the official description of the material, but people simply called it “synthetics.”

Synthetic fibers have excellent functional characteristics. The fabrics made from them are distinguished by their variety and lightness. They can be shiny, smooth, matte or rough. The industry has adopted the official name for these fabrics – PA.

The only difference between polyamide fabrics is the composition : the most common is RA 6, nylon polyamide is RA 6.6, RA 12, etc.

Polyamides (Wikipedia) are a synthetic material that is obtained by processing organic natural resources. Oil, gas or coal is first converted into a polymer. Then polyamide fibers and threads are formed from it. At the final stage, the threads are transformed into fabrics with amazing properties.

What is polyamide fabric, its positive and negative properties

The modern attitude towards synthetic fabrics is no longer as enthusiastic and unambiguous as in the distant 40-50s of the twentieth century, although they still serve people faithfully, have a lot of advantages and are not going to give up their positions.

• High strength. The polyamide thread is only twice as thick as a human hair, but it can easily withstand a half-kilogram load.
• Spectacular appearance. The material holds its shape for a long time and does not wrinkle.
• High elasticity. The products are pleasant to the touch and fit wonderfully on the figure.
• They have water-repellent properties and dry three times faster than cotton fabrics.
• They do not fade in the sun and do not shed. The products retain bright, rich colors for a long time.
• Resistant to abrasion and repeated bending.
• Resistant to sea salt and alkaline solutions. Even in aggressive environments, the material does not lose its attractiveness and strength.
• The fabrics are not susceptible to fungi and do not rot.
• The material is fireproof. It does not burn, but melts at high temperatures.
• Not demanding in care. Surface dirt can be easily removed from the fabric. The material is easy to wash and does not shrink.
• Tenderness to the touch is the result of the interweaving of smooth, fine threads.
• The super-lightness of the fabric is explained by the low specific gravity of the fibers.
• High aeration is caused by the special air-conducting structure of the fabric.

Despite all the wonderful qualities, polyamide fabrics have some disadvantages.

• Low hygroscopicity. The material does not absorb moisture, but only releases it to the surface.
• Static electricity accumulates. The products “spark” because they dry very quickly.
• Significant thermal conductivity means that polyamide fabrics cannot be classified as warming.
• Sensitive to fatty contaminants. Stains penetrate deep into the fibers and are difficult to remove.
• Low heat resistance. Fabrics cannot withstand high temperatures. In the blazing sun they become hard and break at a temperature of 40-60 0 C.

What is polyamide used for?

Polyamide fibers are used to make conveyor belts, fishing nets, strong ropes and cord fabrics for tire production.

But first of all, the synthetic material was appreciated by tourists, athletes, as well as representatives of professions related to working in the open air. Geologists, oil workers, builders, forestry and agricultural workers are protected from rain and bad weather by wearing waterproof jackets and overalls. These lightweight products do not get wet and fit perfectly on the figure. Another material similar in areas of application is Oxford.

Wear-resistant and body-friendly underwear is made from polyamide fabrics; synthetic fibers add beauty and durability to tights. The elasticity and ability to retain shape are used in the production of high-quality men's socks.

Wonderful lace is made from thin polymer threads, similar in thickness to human hair.

As a rule, products made from 100% polyamide are not produced. Wool, cotton, etc. are added to synthetic fibers. Knitted fabric, yarn, furniture fabric and even carpets are made from mixed fibers. At the same time, things allow air to pass through better and are almost not electrified.

New modifications of polyamide

Modern technologies make it possible to create various modifications of polyamide, which are widely used in the manufacture of sportswear.

• NanoCLIDE. Advanced fiber manufacturing techniques provide the fabric with maximum moisture management, reduced friction and high wear resistance. Nanoglide threads prevent irritation and chafing; they are introduced into fibers to make socks for skiers, cyclists, and track and field athletes.

• Nilit® Aquarius. This polyamide fiber is distinguished by a special trefoil cross-section, which increases the surface area of ​​the threads. They create many microchannels that remove moisture from the body. Athlete's clothing made from this modification of nylon 6.6 does not get wet. Moisture evaporates quickly and does not weigh down the equipment.

• Tactel. This excellent modification of PA 6,6 polyamide was invented in 1983 by American scientists from the famous DuPont company. A two-layer material structure was used in the production of the fabric. In this case, fibers with a larger diameter were located on the inside of the products, which was in contact with the skin. On the outside there were threads with a smaller diameter. This ingenious idea made it possible to increase the evaporation area by 8-10 times! Socks and knee socks, stockings and tights made from new knitwear remained dry even during long flights or in conditions of high humidity.

Tactel has great qualities. It is soft, light and highly breathable. The material is three times stronger than natural fabrics, washes well and dries several times faster than cotton.

Taking proper care of the fabric

• Polyamides can be machine washed. But they cannot tolerate hot water, intense spinning or tumble drying. Products can be washed at a temperature not exceeding 40 ° C.
• Softening agents added during rinsing deprive the material of its water-repellent properties.
• It is recommended to dry polyamide flat on hangers, and iron it with a slightly warm iron without steam.

When used correctly, durable polyamide fibers and fabrics are virtually wear-free. It is no coincidence that they find such wide application in many industries. Let's not forget that the word “synthetic” 60 years ago fascinated and aroused great interest. It was synonymous with the words “advanced”, “new”, “stunning”.

• Antipilling treatment- processing of the material, giving it resistance to “dumping”.
• AC Acetato/Acetate/Acetat/Acetate- acetate fiber
• AF Sonstige fasem/Another fibre/Autres fibres, as well as EA other fibers
• CA Canapa/Hemp/Hant/Chanvre- fiber from hemp, hemp
• Charmeuse (locknit)- lightweight and durable woven material
• Co Cotone/Cotton/Baumwolle/Coton- cotton
• COTTON- cotton. One of the types of natural fibers of plant origin. Obtained from the fiber covering cotton seeds.
• Cotton Brushed Twill- woven cotton material with “combing”.
• Cotton Canvas- durable, coarse and dense cotton fabric, made of plain weave from thick yarn, with windproof properties.
• Cotton Combed- cotton material, which is given additional softness through special processing.
• Cotton Corduroy- corduroy. Dense pile cotton fabric with weft pile produced from relatively fine yarn. Corduroy has pile scars on the front side that run along the warp threads.
• Cotton Heavy Jersey- dense, warm cotton knitted fabric, usually with the addition of polyester, with a “comb” on the inside. Surface density indicator from 160 to 260 g/sq.m.
• Cotton Jersey Pique- thick, ribbed cotton fabric with a “comb” on the inside. Produced by combined or one and a half layer weave.
• Cotton Jacquard- woven cotton material with a large-patterned (jacquard) weave of fibers, giving it greater density and an original appearance.
• Cotton Needle-Out Knit- cotton jersey with stripes.
• Cotton Ottoman- elastic cotton jersey with a transverse seal on the inside of the product.
• Cotton Pique- thick ribbed cotton fabric. It is produced using several warp and weft systems. Each of the systems, located one above the other, forms a layer of tissue.
• Cotton Popcorn Knit- cotton jersey with an unusual weave of fibers, similar to a terry towel, making the material warmer and more original.
• Cotton Ribb- elastic cotton knitwear with fine stripes, which has higher dimensional stability.
• Cotton Single Jersey- thin cotton knitwear with a surface density of 160 to 180 g/sq.m.
  Cotton Twill- woven cotton material.
• Cotton Waffle Knil- cotton jersey with honeycomb pattern.
• Cu Cupro/Cupro/Cupro/Cupro- copper-ammonia fiber
• EA Altre fibre/Other fibres, as well as AF other fibers
• ELELASTANComma/Bubber/Elastodien/Elastodiene/Elastan/Elasthan/Elasthanne- elastane. Trade name for high-tensile fiber. Same as elastic.
• ESP (Extra Stretch Polyester fiber)- very durable fiber that is resistant to chlorine and sunlight.
• HA Pelo/Hair/Haar/Poil- bristles, hair thread, pile
• Heavy vehicle- poplin, denser and warmer.
• Herringbone- “fishbone” or “herringbone”. A material with an inclined ribbed structure. Interlock - complex fibers obtained by introducing fibers, usually cotton and polyester, into each other at a structural level.
• HL Limisto/Union Linen/Halbleinen/Metis- flax with impurities, semi-linen fiber
• Jersey Brushed Fleece- warm knitted material, usually cotton with polyester, with a “comb” on the inside.
• Li Lino/Linen-Flax/Flachs, Linen/Lin- flax
• Lining- lining.
• Ly Laychra/Laycra- lycra. The trade name of a highly tensile fiber developed by the chemical concern du Pont. Same as elastic.
• Ma Modacrylice/Modacrylin/Modacryl/Modacryliqe- modified acrylic
• Md Modal/Moadal/Modal/Modal- modified viscose fiber
• NyNYLONNylon/Polyamide polyamide - nylon. General name for polyamide fibers and materials obtained from solutions or melts of polyamides. It has high strength, wear resistance, elasticity and low linear density. They are resistant to many chemical reagents, resist biochemical influences well, and are easy to paint. Low hygroscopic and not resistant to light.
• Nylon Micro- a material based on nylon microfiber, which has high strength, wear resistance and low weight. Able to remove excess moisture from the surface of the body.
• Nylon Micro Ribb- a material based on nylon microfiber with a striped structure.
• Nylon Mini Mesh- nylon mesh. Typically used as a lining. Increases moisture removal from the body surface and air exchange.
• Nylon Oxford- woven nylon, the fibers of which are located perpendicular to each other, due to which strength is achieved and wind and moisture protection properties are increased.
• Nylon/PVC- woven nylon with a polyvinyl chloride coating on the inside, giving the product additional density and water resistance.
• Nylon Ripstop- woven nylon, which has a “checkered” structure, giving the material greater density, wind and moisture protection properties.
• Nylon Taslan- taslan nylon. The trade name of a material based on polyamide microfiber, which has the ability to remove moisture from the surface of the body and improve air exchange.
• Nylon Taslan Washed- the same as taslan nylon, only more “crinkled” and soft (washed nylon).
• Nylon Twill- durable woven nylon, which has increased wear resistance due to the plain weave of the fibers.
• Outer- top, outer part of the product.
• Me Metal/Metal/Meta- metallized thread
• PA Acrilica/Polyacrylic/Polyacryl/Acrylique/Acrilico/Acrylic- acrylic
• PE Polietilen/Polyethylene/Polietileno- polyethylene fiber
• P.L.POLYESTERPolyester/Polyester/Polyester- polyester. General name for polyester fibers and materials obtained from melts of polyethylene rephthalate. Has high strength and wear resistance. It retains its shape well and wrinkles little, resistant to light. Low hygroscopic.
• Polyester Microfiber- fabric based on polyester microfiber, which has excellent moisture-releasing properties due to the special weave of ultra-fine fibers. The material protects well from wind and rain.
• Polyester Mini Mesh- polyester mesh. Typically used as a lining. Increases moisture removal from the body surface and air exchange.
• Polyesler Peach Washer- the same as Polister Microfiber, but more velvety.
• Polyesler Polar Fleece- polyester fleece (polar fleece), unstructured felted polyester. It has high thermal insulation properties, strength and abrasion resistance, as well as low creasing.
• Polyesler/PVC- fabric based on polyester with additional processing of polyvinyl chloride on the inside, giving the product additional density and water resistance.
• Polyesler Tricot- polyester knitwear with elasticity and high strength characteristics. A product made from this material retains its shape well during wear and after washing.
• Polyesler Tricol Shiny- polyester knitwear with a characteristic shine.
• POLYAMID- polyamide. Same as nylon.
• PP Polypropylene- polypropylene fiber
• PU Polyuretanica/Polyurethane/Polyurethane- polyurethane fiber
• R.A. Ramie- nettle fiber (ramie)
  RVC Polyvinylchloride/Polyvinylchloride- polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl chloride
• PVCF Polyvinylchloride fiber- polyvinyl chloride fiber
• Ribbed Interlock- knitwear based on complex fibers with an “elastic” structure.
• RS Rubber artificial- rubber, artificial rubber
• JU Juta/Jute- jute
• SE Seta/Silk/Seide/Soie- silk
• S.W. Silkworm- silkworm
• TA Triacetato/Triacetate/Triacetat- triacetate
• TS- poplin, an old abbreviation denoting a material consisting of cotton and polyester (another name for Polycotton); can be either woven or knitted.
• Terry (towelling)- terry material, usually cotton-based
• TR Residut tessili/Textile residual/Restlich Textil/Residu Textile- industrial weaving residues, composition is arbitrary
• VI Viscosa/Viscose- viscose
• WA Angora/Angora (karin)- wool fiber from Angora goat
• WO Lana/Wool/Woole/Lane/Laine/Wolle- wool
• WK Camello/Camel/Kamel/Chamean- camel hair
• WL Lama/Liama- wool fiber from llama
• W. M. Mohair- mohair, wool of the Angora goat prepared in a special way
• WS Kashmir/Cashmire/Cashmere/Kaschmir- cashmere
• WP Alpaca/Alpaca- alpaca wool
• WY Yach/Yak/Yack- yak wool