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Flame Resistant Fabric

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Definition:

Flame resistant fabric must not ignite easily and it must self-extinguish quickly when removed from a flame in order to meet the governments flammability requirements. Found in children's sleepwear, flame resistant fabrics are designed to protect children.

It is important to note that not all sleepwear is flame resistant; some is considered "snug-fitting" and will have a yellow hang tag that indicates that it is not flame resistant.

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Also Known As: flame retardant fabric
Common Misspellings: flame retardent fabric

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