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How to Read Yarn Specifications: S, D, and F Explained

When you receive a yarn quotation, you may see specifications such as “30S,” “40S/2,” or “75D” The numbers themselves are not difficult. However, each unit represents something different. Understanding these specifications can help you avoid mistakes during purchasing, sampling, and…

Before-and-after cotton fiber cross-sections showing swelling during mercerization

Cotton yarn mercerization: principles, process and key factors

Cotton yarn mercerization treats cotton yarn or fabric with a concentrated sodium hydroxide solution while the material remains under controlled tension. The alkali makes the cotton fibers swell. The production line then removes the caustic solution while the material is…

Lyocell silk blend yarn

COOLSILK: Where Spun Silk Meets Lyocell for a Cooler Summer Fabric

COOLSILK is our signature cool-touch blended yarn, made from 92% lyocell and 8% natural spun silk.We combine the lustrous, soft texture of natural spun silk with the stable performance of regenerated lyocell fiber. This unique fiber blend unlocks exceptional cooling…

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Lyocell, Tencel, Modal, and Bamboo Fiber Fabrics: Key Properties Explained

Lyocell, Modal, and bamboo-derived fibers are widely used in apparel, home textiles, and next-to-skin products. Although they all come from cellulose-based raw materials, each fiber offers different benefits in terms of softness, moisture management, strength, drape, and care performance. 1.…

PH test

Textile pH Knowledge

Overview The national mandatory standards GB 18401-2010 and GB 31701-2015 clearly state that textile products for apparel, decoration, and home use sold in China must undergo pH testing and meet the relevant safety requirements. Now, let’s take a closer look…

How Yarn Twist Affects Quality

How Do Different Twist Levels Affect Yarn Quality?

Yarn twist is one of the most important factors in spinning. It does much more than hold fibers together. It shapes yarn diameter, strength, elongation, elasticity, luster, and hand feel. In practice, the right twist level helps a yarn perform…