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| Decision field | Open accessCAFTA-DR Textiles and Apparel DirectoryLatin America & CaribbeanRemove | Open accessQUT TextileR Knowledge BaseAustralia · OceaniaRemove |
|---|---|---|
| Decision fit | ||
| Primary job | Source production | Choose materials |
| Also useful for | No additional job recorded | No additional job recorded |
| Area | Production | Materials |
| Best for | Nearshore supplier discovery in the CAFTA-DR region | Comparing common fibre types and blends by typical use and care before choosing a project material, then following the cited source when the decision needs testing or current claim evidence |
| Know before using | Regional inclusion and a company profile do not prove origin eligibility, available capacity, minimums, compliance, workmanship, or commercial fit. | This is a general educational reference, not a neutral material ranking, complete fibre encyclopedia, specification, test report, sourcing database, lifecycle assessment, certification, safety procedure, or proof of a product claim. Coverage and citation depth vary by page, and some environmental, care, performance, or end-of-life statements are broad. Fibre name alone does not establish a fabric's construction, blend percentage, finish, quality, behavior, or suitability. Confirm the exact composition, construction, finish, care label, sample behavior, test evidence, certification scope, and project requirements with the responsible supplier, scheme, laboratory, or specialist. |
| Practical access | ||
| For | Apparel brands | Both |
| Location or jurisdiction | Latin America & Caribbean | Australia · Oceania |
| Access | Open access | Open access |
| Format | Directory | Reference |
| Source type | First-party platform | First-party platform |
| Source and review | ||
| What the source establishes | The ConnectAmericas-powered platform exposes a company directory for manufacturers, importers, and input suppliers plus purchasing notices and a knowledge center. | The live QUT index says the knowledge base is designed to help users choose an appropriate textile and extend garment use. It links 14 topics: nine named fibre pages, textile blends, re-making, reuse, recycling, and repair. Checked silk, polyester, wool, and blend pages organize information under overview, common fabrics, context of use, care, recycling, and further reading where applicable. QUT identifies TextileR as a research group and publishes named researchers, publications, objectives, and a direct contact. |
| Linked page reviewed | Jul 15, 2026 | Jul 26, 2026 |
| Next review due | Jan 11, 2027 | Jan 22, 2027 |
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