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Title
Market Share of Clothing Fibers
Description
Since World War II, the percentage of clothing that is made from plastics (such as polyester and rayon) has increased dramatically. As of 2016, approximately two-thirds of the fiber used is some form of plastic. This chart shows the relative percentages: 65% synthetics, 21% cotton, 8% cellulose fibers, 1% wool, and 5% all other fibers. The chart is based on information from the trade group. Common Objective.
Date
2018-05-22
Contributor
Cooper, Ken
Source
Common Objective, "What are Our Clothes Made From?" 22 May 2018
Format
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Type
Still image
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Original Format
Digital file