Significance of Textile industry

Textile industry encompasses fabric and clothing production. In Karachi, it has grown significantly since Partition. The industry generates wastewater with harmful chemicals and dyes, causing pollution. Workers face hazards like cotton dust and exposure to hazardous materials, especially in developing countries. Dyes, including azo dyes, are common for coloring fabrics. Enzymes like glucose oxidase and amylases are used for fabric treatment and desizing, respectively. Textile dye workers' safety practices are crucial due to occupational hazards. The industry's protection during epidemics has led to disease spread.

Synonyms: Fabric industry, Garment industry, Cloth production, Textile manufacturing, Textile sector, Apparel industry, Clothing industry, Fashion industry, Garment production

In Dutch: Textielindustrie; In Finnish: Tekstiiliteollisuus; In Spanish: Industria textil; In German: Textilindustrie

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Hindu concept of 'Textile industry'

The concept of Textile industry in local and regional sources

The concept of Textile industry in scientific sources