In the late 19th century, "artificial silk" was first made in France, from a solution of cellulose. After being patented in the United States, the first American plant began production of this new fabric, in 1910. This fiber became known as rayon.
During the late 1800s, "artificial silk" was invented in France using a cellulose solution. Following its patenting in the United States, the first American facility began manufacturing this novel fabric in 1910. This material eventually became known as rayon.