The growth of microbes can significantly contribute to the premature disposal of textiles. Microbes transferred by skin contact or from the environment can cling to the fabrics, resulting in unpleasant odors, staining and premature degradation.
In an article for Textile Value Chain, Yihong Li, Senior Technical Manager, and Xiuzhu Fei, Senior Formulations Engineer at Microban International, explore how brands and textile manufacturers can sustainably combat microbial growth on products.
