The lightest towel around and the only towel that is a survival tool as well. It can be used as insulation, wind/winter scarf, first aid supplement, fire starter, mask, diaper & beauty wrap. Superabsorbent (up to 10 times it"s weight), fast drying, reusable, 100% viscose material. Hand washable. Waterproof packaging ensures a dry towel when you need it. 12" x 24" and weighs .6 oz. - about the size of a wooden nickel.