1. Biodegradable.
2. Anti-bacterial and anti-microbial
3. Buoyancy
4. Moisture-resistance
5. Water-resistance
6. Weight-bearing capacity, etc.
Based on those advantageous characteristics, Kapok Fiber is
widely used. Kapok Fiber is mostly used in bedding and upholstery
industries as filling material for pillow bolster, cushion, stuffed
toys, zafu, etc. Manufacturer of lifebuoys and belts, waistcoats
and other naval life-saving appliances uses kapok fiber due to its
buoyancy, water-resistance and weight-bearing capacity
characteristic.
Kapok Fibers are not treated with chemical, thus the fibers are
biodegradable and environmental friendly. It suits the purpose of
world’s effort to save the Earth.