Hook and Loop

Hook and loop is a fastener closure system. The rough side is called hook, and its softer side is called loop. The hooks engage with the loop and provide the closure mechanism.

Other names for this system may include hook and loop closures, hook and pile fasteners.

There are standard hook & loop tapes, self-adhesive hook & loop tape/dot, mushroom hook & loop, elastic hook & loop, one side hook & loop, flame-retardant hook & loop tape, cable tie hook loop tape.