About Viscose Staple Fibre:
- It is a natural and biodegradable fiber which has characteristics that are similar to cotton.
- It is produced by regenerating natural materials, such as cotton linter or wood pulp.
- Production Process of Viscose Staple Fibre:
- It is made by processing cellulose xanthate, (main constituent of plant cell walls) which is extracted from wood and plant fibres into a viscous liquid.
- It is then subjected to a series of chemical processes to make a fibre.
- Characteristics of Viscose Staple Fibre:
- It is used as a substitute for cotton or polyester due to its favorable properties, such as good breathability, high moisture absorbency, and comfort.
- It is a versatile fibre which blends very well with other fibres.
- It has excellent colour retention capacity and is relatively light.
- Chemically, viscose resembles cotton, but it can also take on many different qualities depending on its manufacture.
- Applications of Viscose Staple Fibre:
- It is a highly versatile material that is widely adopted in the fashion & apparel industry.
- It is widely used for home textiles, dress materials, knitted wear and non-woven applications.
