Viscose, a semisynthetic fiber, is the most common type of rayon fabric. It's become a staple in the textile industry due to its versatility and affordability. Derived from cellulose and wood pulp, ...

Throughout history, representations of luxury and wealth have dominated the fashion industry. As a result, many materials now mimic extravagance but at a fraction of the cost by using different, less ...

Modal is a semi-synthetic fabric adored for its softness, ease of care, and—more importantly—biodegradability. Because the fabric is quite breathable, it is often used in garments designed for comfort ...

aid to be the second-largest polluter in the world, right behind the oil industry, the harmful impacts of the fashion industry, which is valued at around $2.4 trillion and employs more than 75 million ...

STOCKHOLM — September 24, 2025 — Circulose, a global textile recycler, has entered into a strategic partnership with Jilin ...

Chinese viscose producer Tangshan Sanyou has managed to produce viscose staple fibre from 50% post-consumer recycled cotton textiles on an industrial scale, in a move that helps move the industry away ...

Jilin Chemical Fiber will scale Circulose buys by volume to make and sell viscose filament yarn globally with the recycler's pulp from 2026 to 2028.

If incredible softness is a top priority when you’re shopping for clothing, you most likely own a lot of modal. Technically a type of rayon (a.k.a. viscose), modal fabric is known for its silky feel.