Saving money by blending modacrylic with polyester fibers

Cost savings calculation for

A calculation that could be applied to any MA blend

Assumptions
• PE = $0.70 per pound
• FR PE = $1.30 per pound
• MA = $2.40 per pound for high-FR modacrylic fiber
• LOI goal = 28

Cost comparison per 100 pounds of FR fabric
• 100% FR PE (100 x $1.30) = $130
• 70% PE : 30% MA (70 lb x $0.70) + (30 lb x $2.40) = $121

Savings
• Without MA ($130) — With MA ($121) = $9
• Conclusion: You save $9 for every 100 pounds processed