Tencel
Description
[Lenzig Fibers] A trademark name for a lyocell fiber made from Wood pulp. Tencel is a soft, strong fiber that uses nano-technology to produce unique characteristics. It is advertised as being soft as Silk, strong as polyester, cool as Linen, warm as Wool, and as absorbent as Cotton'. Lyocell is a type of rayon that was first made in 1992.
Synonyms and Related Terms
lyocell
Other Properties
Hydrophilic.
Additional Information
Lenzing Fibers: Tencel page
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- Olympus Microscopy Resource Center at http://www.olympusmicro.com/galleries/polarizedlight/pages/tencelsmall.html
- Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tencel (Accessed Nov. 9, 2005)