Self extinguishing without an open flame, very low smoke generation, fiber strength 1.5 times that of traditional cotton, but with a texture similar to cashmere. The fibers with these characteristics are actually extracted from kelp.
After 20 years of research and development, the current technology can achieve the extraction of alginate from kelp and the production of seaweed fibers. One acre of sea field can produce 4 to 8 tons of light dried kelp, which can be converted and processed into 1 to 2 tons of seaweed fiber. The yield is 3 to 6 times that of one acre of cotton field. The production and processing process is pollution-free and very environmentally friendly.
At present, seaweed fiber can not only be used as a fireproof material in firefighting clothing, but can also be dyed and made into finished clothing.
source:https://www.tnc.com.cn/info/c-001001-d-3741533.html