Wool

Infobox on Wool
Example of Wool
Facts
Origin	Europe: France (mazamet), Belgium (carbonized wool), Comecon (raw wool) Africa: South Africa (raw wool, greasy wool, carbonized wool) Asia: Far East America: Argentina (raw wool, greasy wool), Brazil (raw wool, greasy wool), Uruguay (raw wool, greasy wool), Chile (raw wool), USA Australia: Australia (raw wool, greasy wool, carbonized wool), New Zealand (raw wool, greasy wool)
Stowage factor (in m3/t)	2.26 - 4.80 m3/t (bales, compressed) 4.24 - 6.80 m3/t (bales, uncompressed)
Humidity / moisture	Relative humidity:65% Water content: 12 - 17% Maximum equilibrium moisture content: 65%
Oil content	10 - 20% (wool grease)
Ventilation	If the product is loaded for shipment in a dry state, it does not have any particular ventilation requirements. Problems arise if the product, packaging and/or ceiling/flooring are too damp; an air exchange rate of 10 changes/hour (airing) is then recommended.
Risk factors	Raw wool is an animal fiber. Wool is sensitive to unpleasant and pungent odors. Wool is particularly susceptible to mechanical damage, contamination and insect attack. Damp bales may also develop mildew due to mold and mildew stains due to bacteria.

Wool