Quality attributes of double-humped camel hair fibres

Abstract

The quality attributes of double-humped camel hair fibres collected from shoulder, mid-side and hump regions of both calves and adults have been studied. It is observed that the mid-side region fibres in both calves and adults have better textile properties which make them ideally suitable for apparels, such as sweaters, coats and shawls, and various other domestic utility items (wall hangings and hand-tufted carpets). The comparative analysis of the fibre quality attributes of calves and adults Bactrian camels indicates superiority of calves over adults. The fibre quality attributes, especially diameter and per cent pure fibres, support the use of camel fibres for woollen items (sweaters, coats and caps) in pure fibre form as well as in the form of blends with other animal fibres (wool and silk) and synthetic fibres.