A process for producing soft and fine jute fibres from raw jute through steam explosion method

摘要

Process for producing soft and fine jute fibres from raw jute involving steam explosion method In particular, the process involves pre-treatment of the raw jute in a alkaline media followed by subjecting the thus pre-treated raw jute to steam treatment in a pressure vessel and finally releasing the pressure in the vessel to atmospheric pressure to cause explosion of the jute to fine fibres. The fibres obtained following the above process are suitable for use in the textile industry and would enable producing tailor made jute fibres for specific end use/applications. The process is simple and environment friendly and cost effective.