Modal
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Modal is a type of high wet modulus (HWM) rayon produced from beech wood pulp via modified viscose process with lower degree of xanthation, higher degree of polymerization (350-450), and optimized spinning conditions, resulting in superior wet strength and softness compared to regular viscose.
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Positioned as a premium regenerated cellulose fibre for luxury basics, intimate apparel, and home textiles, offering cotton-like softness with enhanced durability and sustainability credentials.
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- Modal Manufacturing Process Modal production uses beech wood pulp (FSC-certified) dissolved in 18-19% NaOH, aged to DP 350-450 (…
- Modal Structure and Properties Modal properties: tenacity 3.5-4.0 g/den (dry), 2.5-3.0 g/den (wet, 70% retention vs. viscose 50%), …
- Modal Variants: MicroModal and Others MicroModal: ultra-fine Modal with linear density 0.7-0.9 dtex (vs. standard Modal 1.2-1.7 dtex, cott…
- Modal Sustainability and Environmental Impact Modal sustainability: beech trees from sustainable European forests (regenerate in 10-15 years, mini…
- Modal vs. Cotton Performance Comparison Versus cotton: Modal offers 50% softer hand (lower bending rigidity), 50% more moisture absorbent (1…
- Modal in Intimate Apparel and Underwear Underwear applications (40% of Modal consumption): men's and women's underwear, bras, sleepwear, lou…
- Modal in Home Textiles and Bedding Home textile applications: bed sheets (300-600 thread count, silky feel), pillowcases, duvet covers,…
- Modal Blends and Combinations Strategic blends: Modal/cotton (60:40 to 30:70 in t-shirts, basics—balances softness with strength/c…
- Modal Dyeing, Printing and Processing Modal dyeing: primarily reactive dyes (excellent wash fastness, brilliant shades, 70-80% exhaustion)…
- Modal Market Trends and Future Outlook Market dynamics: global Modal capacity 1.2 million tonnes (2024), growing at 8-10% annually, concent…