what are acetate fibers
Acetate fibers are molded from solutions of cellulose acetate in organic solvents (triacetate cellulose in a mixture of methylene chloride and alcohol, secondary cellulose acetate in acetone), usually by the so-called dry method.By this method filaments, the so-called acetate silk, are obtained.In the process of obtaining staple acetate fibers, molding takes place by the dry or the wet method. Because acetate fibers are twice as elastic as viscose and cuprammonium fibers, fabrics made from them are noted for crinkle resistance.y this method filaments, the so-called acetate silk, are obtained. In the process of obtaining staple acetate fibers, molding takes place by the dry or the wet method. Because acetate fibers are twice as elastic as viscose and cuprammonium fibers, fabrics made from them are noted for crinkle resistance.