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Energy consumption needed for the production of various polymeric fibers. (
Source: Barber and Pellow)
| Polymer/fiber | Energy consumption (MJ/kg of fiber) |
|---|---|
| Natural polymers | |
| Flax | 10 |
| Cotton | 55 |
| Wool | 63 |
| Synthetic polymers | |
| Viscose | 100 |
| Polypropylene | 115 |
| Polyester | 125 |
| Acrylic | 175 |
| Nylon | 250 |
