Viscose Staple Fibre

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Recently, the Central Government has revoked the Quality Control Order (QCO) requirement for Viscose Staple Fibre (VSF) with immediate effect. 

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.

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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.

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