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Advances in chitosan-functionalized textile biomaterials: properties, modification strategies, performance evaluation
Md Hanif Munshi1,2, Md Fahmid Islam1, Md Hafizul Islam1
1Department of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Gopalganj Science and Technology University Gopalganj 8105 Bangladesh mkamruzzamandu81@gmail.com.
RSC Advances
|August 14, 2026
Summary
Chitosan (CS) enhances textiles with biocompatibility and antimicrobial properties. Functionalization of CS-based textiles offers advanced applications in biomedical and industrial fields, driving sustainable innovation.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Biotechnology
- Textile Engineering
Background:
- Chitosan (CS), a biopolymer from chitin, offers biocompatibility, biodegradability, and antimicrobial traits.
- Textile functionalization with CS is gaining traction for improved performance and novel applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review advancements in chitosan-coated and CS-based textile composites.
- To highlight fabrication techniques and chemical modifications for enhanced textile properties.
- To explore the potential of CS in functional and smart textiles.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on chitosan functionalization in textiles.
- Analysis of fabrication techniques (e.g., surface grafting, crosslinking, nanoparticle incorporation).
- Examination of chemical modification strategies for improved material properties.
Main Results:
- CS functionalization significantly improves textile mechanical strength, moisture regulation, and bioactivity.
- CS-based textiles demonstrate multifunctionality for wound dressings, drug delivery, and antimicrobial/fire-retardant clothing.
- Integration with smart textile technologies enables responsive, intelligent materials.
Conclusions:
- Chitosan is a key material for developing advanced, sustainable functional textiles.
- Challenges in scalability, durability, and regulatory approval need addressing for commercialization.
- Future research should focus on interdisciplinary collaboration for sustainable CS-textile innovations.