About Alpaca Fiber
It's simply amazing! ... and here's why:
- All fiber is usable
- Incredibly soft
- Low prickle factor
- Non-irritating
- Naturally moisture-wicking
- Hypoallergenic
- Non-toxic
- Resistant to UV Radiation
- Water repellant
- Drapes well
- Does not pill
- Warm and insulative
- Resistant to dirt
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- Hygroscopic
- Blendable
- Lightweight
- Affordable
- Practical
- Silky, Lustrous Texture
- Many natural colours
- Feltable
- Low static
- Flame-resistant
- Durable, tensile strength
- Luxurious
- Wrinkle resistant
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Grades of Alpaca Fiber
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Fiber Diameter in Microns
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Description
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< 20
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Royal Baby
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20 to 23
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Baby
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23.1 to 26.9
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Fine
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27 to 30.9
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Medium
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31 to 35.6
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Strong
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> 36
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Coarse
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