A synthetic fiber made from regenerated protein, created by dissolving protein (often from milk or soybeans) and reforming it into thread.
From 'azo-' (azo compounds, nitrogen chemistry) + '-lon' (possibly from nylon, or from 'textile' concepts). Developed in the 1930s-1940s as chemists attempted to create synthetic fibers from natural proteins.
Azlon was an early superhero attempt at sustainable fashion—using milk or soy to make fabric, it failed commercially but inspired modern 'biomaterials' like lab-grown leather that's making a comeback today.
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