Apparel/Sportswear/leisurewear/workwear: to get rid of the bad odour produced by the bacterial decomposition of sweat and other body fluids.
Undergarments (including underwear worn by astronauts): to control the growth of bacteria which thrive on suitable body temperature and moisture conditions, leading to skin diseases
Socks: to make them free from unpleasant odour by controlling the growth of microbes.
Shoes: to avoid shoe odour and the stains on the shoelaces caused by bacterial growth, especially in rainy season.
Home Furnishings and Upholstery: to inhibit the growth of bacteria leading to degradation and/or staining in carpets , shower curtains, mattress ticking, pillow covers, pillow fills and
upholstery.
Industrial Fabrics Exposed to Weather: to protect fabrics used for awnings, tents,
tarpaulins and the like from rotting and mildew.
Sized Fabrics: to protect microbial growth due to the presence of warp size.
Wet Textiles: to prevent degradation of fabrics by microbial attack during prolong storage between processing steps.
Medical Textiles: to impart antimicrobial properties on wound dressings and get freedom from microbes/pathogens from textiles used in hospitals, nursing homes, medical and research facilities, and veterinary clinics for protection against infectious diseases.
Textiles in Museums: to preserve textile monuments from microbial attack.
