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FAQ on Viscose |
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Questions and Answers:
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What is the difference
between Rayon and Viscose? |
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Names are used interchangeably. In Europe, ‘rayon’
usually refers to filament yarns whereas ‘viscose’
refers to staple fibers.
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What can be made from
Viscose? |
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Used in the textile industry for adding comfort to synthetic
fibers and in 100% for printed fabrics due to the color brilliance.
About 20% of viscose fibers are used in the nonwovens industry
for wipes, tampons and medical gowns.
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Is Viscose a natural
or a chemical Fiber? |
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Viscose is a man-made fiber made from
cellulose (wood pulp). It has the same chemical composition
as cotton.
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How do Viscose and Cotton
compare to each other? |
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Cotton fibers are higher in strength than viscose, especially
in the wet state. Viscose fibers have higher moisture retention,
better color brilliance and a softer hand-feel than cotton.
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Can Viscose be mixed
with other Fibers? |
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Viscose fibers are an ideal blending
partner for a number of other fibers. In blends with synthetic
fibers, viscose adds more comfort through higher moisture absorbance.
In blends with cotton, viscose adds softness and color brilliance.
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Is Viscose used only
in cloth? |
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It is used in the following applications:
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Apparel: Accessories,
blouses, dresses, jackets, lingerie, linings, millinery,
slacks, sports shirts, sportswear, suits, ties, work clothes. |
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Home Furnishings: Bedspreads,
blankets, curtains, draperies, sheets, slipcovers, tablecloths,
upholstery. |
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Industrial Uses: Industrial
products, medical surgical products, nonwoven products,
tyre cord. |
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Other Uses: Feminine hygiene products. |
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