What is Bemberg?

Bemberg or Cupro is a reconstructed cellulose fiber obtained from cotton linter, remaining short fibers on cotton seeds. It is considered artificial fiber because of the further chemical process of modifying the cellulose pulp. Similar to Rayon, it is widely used as a lining which is the most important part of a garment. 

Bemberg filament is a continuous filament yarn made from Bemberg.

 

History

 

• Invented in 1890 by a German Rayon producer and exporter.
• German Rayon producer and exporter signed a contract with Shitagu Noguchi in 1928.
• Shitagu Noguchi chemically modified the cellulose pulp, resulting in his trademarked fiber, “Bemberg”
• “Aashi Kaesi” from Japan is the only company in the whole world who is having a patent for producing Cupro.

 

What makes Bemberg stand out

 

•  It has great heat-expelling properties.
• Absorbs more moisture than other fabric
• Ensures air and water pass through effortlessly.
• Has the softness and sheen of natural fibers and toughness of synthetic fiber.

  

Applications

 

• Widely used in garment linings like suits, jackets, coats, skirts, etc.
• A popular choice for intimate wear.
• Use in-home textiles like curtains, bed linens, etc.
• They give a luxurious feel and are ideal for theater costumes.

 

How to judge the Authenticity of Bemberg?

 

• Stretch the fabric from both directions, and genuine Bamberg has a good tensile strength.
• In the burn test, it smells like burning wood, leaving soft grayish ash.
• Water absorbs and spreads out quickly in genuine Bemberg fabrics.  

 

Care instructions

 

• Store in a cool, dry place, hanging or folding appropriately.
• Avoid excess agitation.
• Don’t let direct sunlight fall on the fabric.