Test method and procedure for shrinkage of fabrics

Shrinkage rate of fabric refers to the percentage of fabric shrinkage after washing or soaking. Synthetic fibers and blended fabrics have the smallest shrinkage, followed by wool, hemp and cotton fabrics, and silk fabrics have the largest shrinkage, while viscose, rayon and rayon fabrics have the largest shrinkage. 

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