Effect of micro crystalline cellulose powder on properties and dyeability of polyester and polyester/cotton blended fabrics

摘要

The main aim of this present study is to improve the dyeability of polyester and polyester blends. The fabrics were treated with varying concentration of micro crystalline cellulose powder with two binder types viz texacryl binder SLN and acrylic binders using coating method. The treated fabrics were measured for their absorbency, wicking, air-permeability, dyeability and flexural rigidity. The absorbency and wicking of treated fabrics were found to be improved. Color strength increased drastically after treating with MCC particles compared with untreated fabrics. Air-permeability and tearing strength of both the treated fabrics observed to be reduced with increase in MCC concentration along with the binder. FTIR spectra studies also been confirmedthe presence of hydroxyl groups.