This research aims to develop a technique for identifying cashmere breeds and their geographical origins through mineral profiling.
Conducted mineral element profiling of cashmere samples from different regions in Inner Mongolia.
Analyzed the data to differentiate cashmere breeds based on mineral composition.
Employed statistical methods to validate traceability of origins.
Successfully identified different cashmere breeds based on their mineral fingerprinting.
Establishes a clear link between geographic regions and specific cashmere breeds.
Demonstrates potential for improving quality assurance in the cashmere industry.
Abstract
The study investigates a consistent technique for tracing the cashmere breeds and their geographical origins using mineral element fingerprinting from Inner Mongolia, China.