Viscose Yarn
Viscose yarn is a type of yarn that is made from a natural material called cellulose, which is found in plants such as bamboo, pine, or eucalyptus. However, unlike other natural fibers, viscose yarn undergoes a chemical process to transform the cellulose into a viscous liquid, which can then be spun into fibers or yarns. The chemical process involves treating cellulose with sodium hydroxide and carbon disulfide .Viscose yarn is also known as rayon yarn in some countries, viscose yarn is a type of rayon that is made from a specific chemical process, while rayon is a general term for fabrics that are made from regenerated cellulose fibers.
Advantages of Viscose yarn
- Viscose yarn is absorbent and breathable, which means it can keep you cool and comfortable in warm weather. It does not trap heat, but it also absorbs water and sweat nicely, making it great for t-shirts and athletic wear
- Viscose yarn is lightweight and soft, which means it can create smooth and silky fabrics. It is extremely airy, which makes it nice for blouses and summer dresses. It is also as soft as silk, but much cheaper and less complicated
- Viscose yarn is durable and strong, which means it can resist wear and tear. It maintains its shape well and does not stretch or sag easily. It also takes dyes very well, allowing knitters and crocheters to work with a wide variety of colors. The fiber retains
dyes and should stay bright and colorful throughout the life of the products made with them.
- Viscose yarn is versatile and adaptable, which means it can be used for various purposes, such as knitting tops, shawls, kitchen items, baby clothes, medical-surgical products, nonwoven products, industrial products, and more. It can also be blended with other fibers, such as cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers, to create fabrics with different characteristics and performances.
What are the uses of viscose yarn?
- it can be used for medical-surgical products, such as bandages, gauze, and wound dressings
- it can be used for nonwoven products, such as diapers, wipes, and sanitary pads
- it can be used for industrial products, such as filters, ropes, and belts
- it can be blended with other fibers, such as cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers, to create fabrics with different characteristics and performances