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| Chemical basis: | regenerated cellulose |
| Specific weight: | 1.52 |
| Official moisture regain: | 12-13% (BISFA) |
| Water imbibition: | 90-110% |
| Tenacity when dry: | 1.6-2.3 gr./dtex |
| Tenacity when wet: | 1-1.4 gr./dtex |
| Extension: | Bemberg hankspun: 13-17% dry; 24-29% wet; Cusio spoolspun: 8-14% dry; 18-27% wet |
| Shrinkage in water: | 0-4.5% |
| Heat behaviour: | carbonizes at 150°C (302°F) |
| Light fastness: | good |
| Resistance to acids: | good |
| Resistance to alkali: | good |
| Resistance to organic solvents: | very good |
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