Viscose Yarn Market Analysis: Trends, Prices & Forecast

Viscose, also known as Rayon, is a semi-synthetic fibre that is closely associated with cotton. It is made from naturally found resources (such as wood pulp) but also involves chemicals in its production. Viscose is sometimes used as an alternative to cotton, but more commonly is used in conjunction with it through blended yarns. It is also blended with materials like polyester for textile purposes.

Apart from cotton, viscose also serves as alternative for linen, wool, and above all, silk. Its silky nature mimics the natural fibre smoothly, leading to some varieties being referred to as artificial silk. Apart from its soft and silky nature, viscose is also renowned for being lightweight and comfortable.

Viscose also does not trap or insulate body heat, which makes it eminently usable in summer wear. Other popular textile applications for viscose include formal wear, ladies wear, fashion accessories, and luxury wear. Home textile applications for the material include upholstery, cushion covers, and curtains, while its use is also popular in footwear.

The production and distribution of viscose is geographically diverse. Traditional textile producing nations like China and India lead in terms of production quantity. However, there is also considerable viscose production in Asian nations such as Thailand & Japan and European nations such as Germany & Italy.

A number of fibres and yarns are produced from cellulose, in processes that closely mimic viscose-making. They are considered subproducts of the viscose value chain. Some of them are:

• Ecovero: Ecovero is a type of viscose that is more eco-friendly than the traditional version of the material. Derived from sustainable sources and made using sustainable practices, it retains the qualities of traditional viscose while still being eco-friendly.
• Lyocell: Lyocell is known for is softness, moisture wicking, and easy dyeability. It is used in the making of denim, underwear, towels, and many other textile applications.
• Modal: Modal yarn is exceptionally similar to conventional viscose, but a few differences exist. The manufacture of modal yarn produces less waste, and it is considered lightweight in comparison to traditional viscose. Modal yarn is popular in the production of sportswear, swimwear, bedsheets, and more.

TexPro provides unprecedented access to viscose yarns and fibre prices. This includes daily price updates, historical data, and forecasts for the future. This information is also laid out in simple formats, including graphs, facilitating quick decision-making for textile organizations.

Viscose prices are affected by changes in raw material (like cotton pulp) costs, rising affinity for eco-friendly materials, supply-demand mismatches, and geopolitical factors. Still, viscose and its varieties remain a significant part of the textile industry.