Cellulosic fibers having enhanced reversible thermal properties and
methods of forming such cellulosic fibers are described. In one
embodiment, a cellulosic fiber includes a fiber body formed of an
elongated member. The elongated member includes a cellulosic material and
a temperature regulating material dispersed within the cellulosic
material. The temperature regulating material includes a phase change
material having a transition temperature in the range of -5.degree. C. to
125.degree. C. The cellulosic fiber can be formed via a solution spinning
process and can be used in various products where thermal regulating
properties are desired. For example, the cellulosic fiber can be used in
textiles, apparel, footwear, medical products, containers and packagings,
buildings, appliances, and other products.