Modal is a (cellulose fiber) made by spinning reconstituted cellulose from beech trees. It is about 50% more hygroscopic, or water-absorbent, per unit volume than cotton is. It is designed to dye just like cotton, and is color-fast when washed in warm water. Modal is essentially a variety of rayon[1].
Textiles made from Modal are resistant to shrinkage and fading. They are smooth and soft, more so than even mercerized cotton, to the point where mineral deposits from hard water, such as lime, do not stick to the fabric surface. Like pure cotton, Modal should ideally be ironed after washing.
Lenzing Modal is a registered trademark of Lenzing AG, an Austrian company specializing in textiles and fibers, particularly natural fibers made from cellulose. In the United States, pure Modal has been used in household linens such as towels, bathrobes, and bedsheets, and the fabric has experienced increased popularity in recent years.[citation needed]
Many textile companies use Modal mixed with other fibers like spandex. Modal has gained ground in India, and Indian textile companies were expected to produce around 4000 tons of it in 2005[2].
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