Halogenated vs Halogen-Free Flame Retardants: Trade-offs
RoHS and REACH Compliance for Brominated Flame Retardants
Textile flammability needs
Upholstery, curtains and transport textiles must meet flammability standards. Back-coating applies a flame retardant and binder to the reverse of the fabric so the face is unaffected.
Common chemistry
Decabromodiphenyl ethane and other brominated powders are dispersed with antimony trioxide in an acrylic or latex binder, then coated and dried onto the fabric back.
Durability
Loading and binder choice determine wash durability. For contract textiles, a durable coating that survives cleaning cycles is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are flame retardants applied to textiles?
Often by back-coating: the flame retardant and a synergist are dispersed in a binder and coated onto the reverse of the fabric.
Which flame retardant is used in fabric back-coating?
Brominated powders such as decabromodiphenyl ethane with antimony trioxide are common in back-coating formulations.
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