Flame Retardants for Textile Materials

Flame Retardants for Textile Materials by Asim Kumar Roy Choudhury, published by CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group in February 2022, is a comprehensive resource that delves into the intricacies of flame retardants (FR) used in textile materials. This edition spans 426 pages and is presented in English. The book covers fundamental concepts of flame retardancy and flammability, exploring various types of flame retardants, including natural, halogen, phosphorous, and nanomaterial-based options.

Readers will find detailed discussions on the application methods of flame retardants, as well as their environmental implications. The text emphasizes interdisciplinary applications within the textile industry and reports on numerous FR compounds studied globally. It also highlights recent advancements in halogen-free eco-friendly flame retardants, making it a valuable reference for practitioners and textile engineering professionals focused on developing safe textile materials for diverse applications, such as apparel, protective wear, and upholstery.