What is Lycra?
Q: What is Lycra?
A: Lycra is a type of synthetic fabric that is very elastic. It is also called Spandex or elastane.
Q: Who invented Lycra?
A: Lycra was invented in 1958 by Joseph Shivers, a chemist.
Q: What is it made from?
A: Lycra is made from a combination of polyester and polyurethane.
Q: What types of clothing does it commonly used to make?
A: Because of its elasticity and strength, lycra is often used to make clothing such as tights, bras, shirts, underwear, sports clothing like wrestling singlets, swimsuits and wetsuits.
Q: Is there any difference between the terms "Lycra", "elastane" and "spandex"?
A: Aside from the varied manufacturing processes that can be used to make this fabric, there are no distinct differences between Lycra, elastane, and spandex. The term "elastane" is most commonly used in Europe while “Spandex” is an anagram of “expands” which has become the preferred term for referring to elastane products in the United States and elsewhere. The “Lycra” brand however is one of the most reliable and high-quality forms of elastane fabric on the market but can sometimes cost more than other types of spandex.
Q: Where Is Lycra Fabric Produced?
A: DuPont has manufacturing locations in more than 90 countries so this fabric could be made in any number of areas around the world with China being one dominant manufacturer due to its shift eastward over recent decades.
Q: How Does Lycra Fabric Impact the Environment?
A:The production of Lycra isn't considered detrimental to the environment as its raw ingredients are synthesized in laboratory settings rather than derived from non-renewable resources like petroleum oil though carcinogenic chemicals are involved during production process which may pose some risk for factory workers depending on where they work .
