Viscose Future Developments and Innovation
topic
Emerging innovations include: ionic liquid-based dissolution (eliminating CS₂), bacterial cellulose integration, nanocellulose composites, conductive viscose (graphene, conductive polymers for e-textiles), phase change material (PCM) integration for thermal regulation, and circular viscose from textile waste recycling (Refibra technology).
Role
Next-generation viscose technologies aim to eliminate environmental concerns while adding functionality, positioning regenerated cellulose for growth in technical and smart textile markets.