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What are "Natural Fibers" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 29-Jan-2023 (7 months, 26 days ago)
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Natural Fibers
Materials that grow in nature such as cotton, flax, hemp, alpaca, wool and silk. The processing natural fibers into organic clothing is done with as few chemicals and harmful impact on the environment as possible.
Natural Fibers
All fibers made out of plants, animal and mineral sources belong to the group of natural fibers. Various conditions in climate, plantation or breed of animal can influence the characteristic and quality of the fiber.

Australian Wool, for example, is different in its texture from Scottish wool. With the exception of ?endless? silk thread, natural fibers are staple yarns (elongated single cells).

In the group of vegetable fibers you will find yarns such as Cotton, Linen, Hemp, Jute, Ramie, Sisal.



In the group of animal fibers you will find yarns such as Wool, Mohair, Horsehair, Goat hair, Silk.

Natural Fibers
A general term for fibers derived from natural substances such as cellulose, proteins and minerals.
Natural Fibers
Fibers that were not created by people, such as cotton, linen, wool, and silk.

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