PP Staple Fiber Production Process and Material Characteristics

Release date: [2026/1/13] Read total of [1] times

PP staple fiber, a synthetic fiber derived from polypropylene, is manufactured through a systematic production process that determines its final properties. The production begins with polypropylene polymer chips, which undergo melting and extrusion through spinnerets to form continuous filaments. These filaments are then drawn, crimped, and cut into staple fibers of specified lengths. The entire process requires precise control of temperature, speed, and tension to ensure consistent fiber quality.


The material characteristics of PP staple fiber contribute to its wide applicability. It possesses a low density, making it one of the lighter synthetic fibers available. This inherent lightness offers advantages in producing bulkier textiles without excessive weight. PP staple fiber exhibits hydrophobic properties, meaning it has very low moisture absorption. This characteristic ensures quick drying and maintains insulation properties even in damp conditions. Additionally, it demonstrates good resistance to many acids, alkalis, and chemical solvents, enhancing its durability in various environments.


From a functional perspective, PP staple fiber can be engineered to possess specific attributes. It can be produced in different deniers (fineness) and lengths, tailored for diverse applications. The fiber can also incorporate additives during the spinning process to achieve features like ultraviolet (UV) stabilization or enhanced color fastness. Its thermal bonding property is another significant characteristic, allowing fibers to bond together when heated, which is crucial in nonwoven fabric manufacturing.


The production of PP staple fiber has evolved to meet increasing demands for sustainability. Efforts focus on optimizing energy consumption during manufacturing and exploring the use of recycled polypropylene as a raw material source. These developments align with broader industry trends toward reducing environmental impact while maintaining product performance.


Hubei Botao Synthetic Fiber Co., Ltd. was established in November 2002 and is located in Jingmen High-tech Industrial Development Zone, covering an area of 300,000 square meters. having 5 subsidiaries. It is a manufacturing enterprise specializing in the production and sales of polypropylene fiber, polyester fiber, BI-CO fiber,PE fiber, polylactic acid staple fiber and various non-woven fabrics.The products are mainly used for automotive interiors, geotextiles, carpets, filtration,hygiene,spinning and other industries. The output of polyproplylene staple fiber is more than 150,000 tons, polyester staple fiber 20,000 tons.For 5 consecutive years, sales revenue and market share ranked the top three.The company has been deeply involved in the field of polypropylene fiber manufacturing for more than 20 years and It is currently one of the top three suppliers of polypropylene staple fiber production capacity in China. On December 25, 2024, the company was successfully obtained the approval letter for listing from the National Equities Exchange and Quotations Company.