NIR has been long used in the textile industry to differentiate fiber types for carpet recycling. Blend analysis of different polymers fibers can be analyzed with NIR. Real-time analysis of the application of PVOH sizing to warp yarn has been done with NIR on-line process analyzers.
Common fiber identified with NIR include: cotton/linen, merchandized cotton, acrylic, modified acrylic, acetate, triacetate, nomex, kevlar (29,49, and 129), nylon 6, nylon 6,6, silk, polyester, cationic and disperse dyeable polyester, polypropylene, PVA and PVC.
Downloads:
- Determination of Finish on Nylon Fibers by Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

- A Guide to Near-Infrared Spectroscopic Analysis of Industrial Manufacturing
Processes 
- Near-Infrared Absorptions

Links to Analyzers:
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XDS Rapid Content Analyzer (RCA) The FOSS Rapid Content™ Analyzer, based on XDS near-infrared technology, provides the next generation of dedicated NIR analysis for rapid non-destructive measurements of solid and liquid chemical and pharmaceutical formulations. Read more... |
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Non-Contact Process Analyzers Non-contact NIR measurement systems can be used wherever a product is in motion and accessible - on a conveyor belt, for instance, or inside a hopper. Accurate results can be obtained at distances from a millimeter to 30 cm. Read more... |


