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Harnessing babool bark for sustainable textile dyeing: Improved colourfastness with biomordant

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study explores the sustainable potential of babool (Acacia nilotica) bark as a natural dye for cotton fabrics, employing biomordants like harad fruit to enhance colorfastness properties. The methodology includes preparing dye extracts through controlled aqueous processes, pre-treating cotton fabrics with biomordants, and optimizing dyeing conditions to achieve vibrant and durable results. Evaluation of colorfastness to sunlight, washing, rubbing, and perspiration demonstrates excellent to very good performance, affirming babool bark's viability as an eco-friendly dye alternative. This approach aligns with global sustainability goals by reducing reliance on synthetic dyes, minimizing environmental impact, and offering a biodegradable, non-toxic solution to meet the textile industry's growing demand for sustainable practices.

Source: International Journal of Advanced Chemistry Research

DOI: 10.33545/26646781.2025.v7.i3a.263

Authors: Neeta ., Nisha Arya, Arpita Grover, Vaishali ., Savita ., Namrata Kushwah

Institutions: Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Amity University Mumbai, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology

Language: English

Topic: Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers

Subfield: Building and Construction

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4408924198