Also known as artificial silk, or art silk for short, the first example of rayon was invented in 1855 by Swiss engineer, Georges Audemars. Commercial production, however, didn’t begin until 1891.

As the term artificial silk implies, rayon fibers closely resemble those of naturally occurring silk, only they are tougher, more durable, and much easier to produce.

Common uses include:


  • Protective clothing and equipment
  • Construction materials
  • Automotive parts

Substrate/Fiber Characteristics

  • The fiber is sold as artificial silk, highly absorbent
  • A disadvantage is that it loses its strength when wet
  • Poor resistance to abrasion, expensive, and stretches and shrinks more than cotton

Common Substrate/Fiber Uses

  • Industrial products
  • Hoses
  • Medical and surgical products
  • Nonwoven products
  • Tire cord
 Properties Value 
 Tensile Strength (MPa)  685
 Elongation at Break  10
 Specific Gravity  1.52

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