Generic name for a semisynthetic fiber
composed of regenerated cellulose as well as man-
ufactured fibers composed of regenerated cellulose
in which substituents have replaced not more than
15% of the hydrogen of the hydroxyl groups. Rayon
was first made
Uses
Nonwoven fabrics, surgical dressings, mechan-
ical rubber goods, coated fabrics, felts and blankets,
blends with cotton for home furnishings, etc.
