Republic Act No. 11040

: January 24, 2011 is declared as Philippine Tropical Fabrics Day.
: To instill patriotism and nationalism, promote the preferential use of locally manufactured goods, utilize local resources, and adopt measures to generate wider employment.
: Republic Act No. 9242 or the Philippine Tropical Fabrics Law of 2004 defines tropical fabrics.
: Tropical fabrics are those containing natural fibers produced, spun, woven or knitted and finished in the Philippines.
: For office uniforms and government officials and employees and for other purposes.
: Pineapple, banana, abaca, and Philippine silk.
: Judicious utilization of natural fibers, revival and upliftment of the local textile and garments industry, and creation of livelihood in the agricultural and industrial sectors.
: Fabric producers, textile manufacturers, garments industries, private sectors, associations, and institutions.
: Under the auspices of the Philippine Textile Research Institute and the Department of Science and Technology.