I do not know if I was just lucky, but for me was not a chemical odor and not a single other problem, have already reported from the other here. What struck me first was the weight of the fabric. Thick, dense and therefore heavier than the usual towels, which often have the consistency of a handkerchief. Very beautifully finished, very comfortable to wear and looks very good. This was the second cloth that I bought - and it will not be the last for sure.