MARKING METHODS FOR COMBATTING ILLICIT TRADE

摘要

Provided are tow bales, tow, and filaments containing an identifying marking thereon. The identifying marking provides origin information for the tow bale, tow, and/or filaments, to allow for tracing and tracking of the tow and filaments from point of manufacture to end product. The information may be used to combat illicit trade, particularly in textiles and tobacco products.

主权项

1. A method of making tow having an identifying marking, the method comprising:
(a) forming tow from filaments; (b) crimping the tow; (c) drying the tow; (d) baling the tow; and (e) incorporating an additive with an identifying marking during, between or after any of steps (a) to (c), wherein the identifying marking provides origin information concerning the tow.