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A smart approach to add antibacterial functionality to cellulosic pigment prints
N A Ibrahim1, B M Eid, T M Abou Elmaaty
1Textile Research Division, National Research Center, Cairo, Egypt. nabibrahim49@yahoo.co.uk
Carbohydrate Polymers
|April 3, 2013
Summary
This study enhanced antibacterial fabric properties using pigment printing with agents like silver nanoparticles (Ag-NP
Area of Science:
- Textile Chemistry
- Materials Science
- Antimicrobial Technologies
Background:
- Cellulosic fabrics (cotton, linen, viscose) are widely used but lack inherent antibacterial properties.
- Enhancing textile functionality through finishing processes is crucial for various applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To improve the antibacterial performance of pigment-printed cellulosic fabrics.
- To evaluate the durability and impact on fabric properties after incorporating antimicrobial agents.
Main Methods:
- Incorporation of antimicrobial agents (Ag-NP's/PVP colloid, triclosan derivatives, chitosan, choline chloride) into pigment paste.
- Application via printing followed by microwave curing on cotton, linen, and viscose fabrics.
- Assessment of antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and durability after washing cycles.
Main Results:
- Modified pigment prints demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
- Antimicrobial effect remained noticeable after 20 washing cycles.
- Fabric printing and softness properties were not adversely affected.
Conclusions:
- The developed method effectively imparts durable antibacterial functionality to pigment-printed cellulosic fabrics.
- The choice of bioactive ingredient, binder, pigment, and substrate influences printability and efficacy.
- The study confirms the successful deposition of antimicrobial agents and binder films on fabric surfaces.
