One Of The Worlds Most Widely Used Fibers, Often Used For Fast Fashion

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ALTERNATIVES

NONE : ITS UNIQUE

DESCRIPTION

A synthetic fiber derived from petroleum, polyester is generally available in two types: polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and Poly-1, 4-cyclohexylene terephthalate (PCDT). PET, a stronger type of polyester, is commonly blended with natural fibers. PCDT is more often used in furnishings due to its elastic and resilient properties.

History

Terylene, the first polyester fiber, was created in Great Britain between 1931 and 1941. In 1956, the production rights were bought by an American company, DuPont, and renamed Dacron for the United States market. Praised for having zero wrinkled (even after washing), one of the fabrics earliest uses was for suiting.

POTENTIAL IMPACT

Polyester is derived from nonrenewable petroleum and is manufactured using an energy-intensive and greenhouse gas-emitting process.

SUSTAINABLE OPTIONS

Mechanically and chemically recycled polyester and recycled polyester from PET bottles are more sustainable options.

WASH INSTRUCTIONS

[1]Machine washable on a low temperature[2]Tumble dry with a low setting[3]Iron with low heat

CHARACTERISTICS

  • Soft and Drapes easily
  • Holds garment shapes well
  • Highly durable
  • Retains pleats set by heat
  • Pill resistant in filament form
  • Fast drying
  • Mildew and soil resistant
  • Lower prince-point than most fabreics
  • Takes dye well, requires high-temperature dye