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FAQs

How does viscose affect the environment? ›

The wood pulp that viscose is made from is manufactured by treating it with chemicals, which is then filtered and spun into a fine thread. This is a highly polluting process and releases many toxic chemicals into the air and waterways surrounding production plants.

Viscose and lyocell cellulose fibres are used in various consumer applications. They are produced from the renewable raw material wood and are natural polymers that have not been chemically modified. They are not plastic. Scientific data confirm their biodegradability within approx.

Viscose is sustainable compared to many other fabrics, because it is made from recycled plant residues. However, the manufacturing process is harmful to the environment, because the production requires a lot of energy and chemical substances such as sulfuric acid are used, which are harmful to the environment.

Viscose fabric looks luxurious, but it isn't expensive. Its soft feel and silk-like sheen make viscose rayon popular. However, there are certain disadvantages to this fabric, making it difficult to care for. Viscose rayon is very breathable, making it a cool fabric for stylish summer wear.

Lay the item flat in its natural shape on a drying rack or hang to dry. Do not put it in the dryer, as it may shrink! To remove wrinkles, we recommend steaming for the best and safest finish. If you don't have a steamer, you can iron viscose by hovering over the item and using the steam setting.

Viscose is soft and has a silky texture, so although it can be washed in the machine, to keep it smooth it's better to wash it by hand. The easiest, and preferred, way to wash viscose is by hand using a mild detergent, because it can maintain the quality of the fibre while saving energy.

3 of the chemicals required to produce viscose pose severe health risks to workers. While sodium hydroxide can cause burns, carbon disulfide has been linked to spikes in the incidence of heart disease, birth defects and cancer not just among workers but in the communities that surround viscose factories.

But 100% viscose yarn is made from 100% cellulose. One of the crucial advantages of viscose over synthetics is that it is biodegradable.

With this verified data we have an carbon footprint of 1.5 t CO2,eq per ton of our viscose fibres.

Is viscose renewable or nonrenewable? ›

Because viscose is made from renewable plants, it is frequently cited as being environmentally friendly, and sustainable.