Vinyon is a synthetic fiber made from polyvinyl chloride. In some
countries other than the United States, vinyon fibers are referred to as
polyvinyl chloride fibers. It can bind non-woven fibers and fabrics.
It was invented in 1939.
It has the same health problems associated with chlorinated polymers. In the past, Vinyon was used a substitute for plant-based filters in tea bags
The U.S. Federal
Trade Commission definition for vinyon fiber is "A manufactured fiber
in which the fiber-forming substance is any long chain synthetic
polymer composed of at least 85 percent by weight of vinyl chloride
units (-CH2-CHCl-)."
It has the same health problems associated with chlorinated polymers. In the past, Vinyon was used a substitute for plant-based filters in tea bags
Vinyon Fiber Characteristics
- It doesn't flame, but softens at low temperatures(55 C)high resistance to chemicals. Moisture absorption is less than 0.5% and moisture regained is less than 0.1%
- Major Vinyon Fiber Uses