Acetate fiber has been around for more than 100 years, but until this summer, there were only a handful of discussions about it online. But this year it suddenly became popular and became the focus of major brands’ pursuit. It became a hot discussion topic in the industry on certain books, online forums, and online websites.
People who know little about acetate fabrics may be confused about this: What is acetate fabrics like? What is it? Why is it so admired? Today we will talk about acetate, a familiar yet unfamiliar fabric.
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What is acetate fabric?
Acetate fabric is acetate fiber (acetate fiber), commonly known as acetate cloth. Man-made fiber made from refined wood pulp cellulose combined with other raw materials through esterification reaction is one of the earliest chemical fibers developed in the world. Its fabric has a strong glossy appearance and bright color, has good moisture absorption and breathability properties, and is naturally degradable and environmentally friendly. It is widely used in the clothing and home furnishing industries.
Acetate can be separated It is type II acetate fiber and triacetate fiber. Among them, the degree of triacetyl esterification is high, the light and heat resistance is strong, the dyeing performance is poor, and the moisture absorption rate (also called moisture regain) is relatively low (about 3.5%).
Diacetate has a lower degree of esterification than triacetate, and its heating performance is not as good as triacetate, but it does dyeing The performance is better than that of triple vinegar, and the moisture absorption rate is higher than triple vinegar (about 6.5%).
Generally speaking, when talking about acetate fabrics, unless it is specifically pointed out that it is triacetate fiber, The fiber acetate refers to fiber diacetate.
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Why are acetic acid fabrics so popular?
1. It has superior performance
1) Cool and comfortable to the touch
Acetate fiber is smooth and has few impurities. When finished, the fabric is flat, the air volume is small, the thermal conductivity is large, and heat is easily dissipated. Therefore, the moment it comes into contact with the skin, it will have a cooling sensation, which is especially suitable for sultry summers.
2) Soft and skin-friendly
The feel of acetic acid fabric is close to that of silk. The fabric is delicate, smooth, light and comfortable, and makes people feel cared for when in contact with the skin. Feel.
3) Gorgeous texture
Acetic acid The fabric is as lustrous as pearls, smooth and delicate, and its gorgeous texture reveals a sense of elegance and wealth.
4) Not easy to generate static electricity
Acetate fabric has a certain anti-static ability, so it is not easy to adhere to dust and is not easy to breed bacteria and insects.
5) Easy to manage
Acetate fabric itself has good heat resistance and wear resistance, so it can be dry cleaned, hand washed and machine washed below 40℃ That’s it, it dries quickly after washing, and it doesn’t wrinkle or become stiff. It’s easy to care for and doesn’t require as many worries as other fabrics.
2. A perfect substitute for silk
Among all the spun silk fibers, the performance of acetate fiber is closest to that of silk. Except that its strength and hygroscopicity are inferior to those of silk, its appearance, gloss, softness and smoothness are similar to those of silk, and its specific gravity and drape feel are the same as those of silk. Today, as silk raw materials continue to rise, acetate fabrics are a good substitute.
Acetate and Cross-sectional comparison of silk, picture source network
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What is the difference between acetate and silk?
Although the performance of acetate fiber is similar to that of silk , but after all, it is a simulated silk product, and there are still certain differences compared with real silk.
First, the raw materials and processes of the two are different. Acetate fiber uses natural wood pulp as the raw material, while the raw material of silk is silk, which is a natural fiber. The difference in raw materials also determines the difference in the production process of the two. . Compared with silk, the production process of acetate fiber is simpler.
Two is two The properties are different.The hygroscopicity (moisture regain) of acetate fiber is only about 1/2 of that of silk, and its strength is not as good as that of silk. However, it also has advantages that silk does not have, such as abrasion resistance compared to silk that cannot be machine washed. It has better durability and is easier to care for, so it is known as “washable silk”.
Third, the prices of the two are different. Differences in raw materials, production processes, performance, etc. also create the price difference between the two. The current price of finished acetate fabrics is between 50-150 yuan per meter, while the price of silk is between 80-300 yuan per meter, which is about twice the price of acetate fabrics. From this point of view, acetate fabrics are more cost-effective.
