Journal of Applied Pharmacy
Open Access
ISSN: 1920-4159
ISSN: 1920-4159
Dr, Department of Textile Chemistry, Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Research Article
Studies of Antibacterial Properties on Cotton Textiles Treated with Natural Bioactive Compounds
Author(s): Rashmi D Pachauri* and Jayendra N Shah
In the present pandemic scenario, the new quality textile requirements not only emphasize on the intrinsic
functionality and long service life of the product but also functional finish processes that should be environmentfriendly.
To impart and enhance the antibacterial functionality to cotton textiles, research on environment-friendly
antibacterial agents based on natural products is gaining worldwide interest. The present research aims to impart
a natural antibacterial activity on cotton textiles with the help of plant extracts. Plant leaf extracts are applied
though Pad-Dry-Cure technique. The effect of these herbs on antibacterial activity of cotton fabric evaluated through
standard test methods. Encouraging results indicate that cotton having no antibacterial activity gained the same
and enhanced with increasing treatment conditions. Also imparted antibacteri.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/1920-4159.22.14.330