Modal is a fabric commonly used to produce T-shirts, underwear and other close-fitting clothing. It is essentially a man-made fiber but its functional characteristics are very similar to cotton fiber. In order to let everyone better understand this fabric, the following is an introduction to Modal The advantages and disadvantages of the fabric and its material will let everyone know about this fabric.
Modal belongs to cellulose fiber. It is a kind of fabric made by processing wood pulp extracted from wood. Its raw materials are environmentally friendly and no additives are added during the processing. and generate other chemical substances, the fabric can naturally degrade in the soil, and is a hygienic and environmentally friendly fabric.
Modal fabric has the same touch as pure cotton, and the cloth surface has good luster. In addition, the fabric is easy to dye and has high color fastness, so the modal fabrics we see are all colorful. Secondly, modal’s moisture absorption and breathability are even better than those of pure cotton, and it has elasticity that pure cotton does not have. Therefore, this type of fabric is comfortable to wear and does not feel restrictive. This is also the reason why modal is used to produce underwear.
Modal’s strength and toughness are better than cotton. This feature makes it easier to process. Its good wear resistance also makes Modal fabrics have a longer service life. In addition, Modal is washable The final shape and size are relatively stable, the fabric has good wrinkle resistance, and generally does not require ironing.
Of course, modal fabrics also have disadvantages, that is, the fabric is not very stiff, so it is not suitable for clothing that has greater requirements for stiffness, such as jackets. In addition, modal fabrics will have pilling to varying degrees, which will Affects the appearance of the fabric. The wholesale price of modal fabrics is mainly 30 to 50 yuan per meter, and the price of pure cotton fabrics is also in this range, so it can be said to be a cost-effective fabric.
