Nylon
Synthetic polyamide fiber with outstanding abrasion resistance, tensile strength, and elasticity. Essential in workwear, hosiery, parachute cloth, and blended technical fabrics.
When to Choose Nylon
- Activewear: highly suitable
- Workwear & Technical: highly suitable
- Outerwear: highly suitable
Common Uses
Key Properties
| fiber class | synthetic |
Nylon — the first fully synthetic textile fiber — is a polyamide produced by condensation polymerization of diamine and dicarboxylic acid monomers. Nylon 6,6 and Nylon 6 are the two dominant commercial types; both exhibit tensile strength exceeding most natural fibers and exceptional resistance to abrasion, making nylon the standard reinforcing fiber in the toes and heels of hosiery. Its moderate moisture regain (4%) is higher than polyester, giving it slightly better comfort in next-to-skin applications. Nylon is highly dyeable with acid dyes and accepts a broad range of finishes. Its elasticity allows recovery from repeated deformation, a property exploited in stretch wovens and lingerie constructions.
Best for Activewear
Hand-picked nylon fabrics for your next project
Best for Activewear