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What is "Elastane" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 17-Apr-2024 (3 months, 10 days ago)
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Elastane
A man-made fibre containing at least 85% polyurethane which is capable of high stretch followed by rapid and substantial recovery to its unstretched length.
Elastane
A fibre, often made of polyurethane, possessing inherent stretch properties (also known as spandex, especially in the USA).

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