AEI Tèxtils has organized, together with EURATEX and the European Chemicals Agency ECHA, a workshop on flame retardants.
The workshop, which will be held in Brussels on 16th January, is organized within the frame of LIFE-FLAREX project, led by AEI Tèxtils.
The aim of this workshop is to discuss the advances and implementation of chemical substitution policies in the textile industry, particularly on the use of flame retardants for home textiles including carpets, upholstery for home furniture and other products such as mattresses or curtains.
It is expected the participation of main EU stakeholders in the home textiles sector, particularly, chemical manufacturers of flame retardants, textile finishing companies, textile companies related to home textiles and retailers of home textiles, academic/R&D experts in flame retardant technology, textile-related business associations, policy-makers and NGOs.