Antibacterial Efficacy and Biocompatibility of Denim Fabrics Finished with Plant-Based Nanoemulsions Using Mechanical Finishing and Digital Printing.

Prabhuraj D Venkatraman, Usha Sayed, Swati Korgaonkar, Sneha Parte, Holly Ansell-Downey, Jonathan A Butler, Tuser T Biswas

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Prabhuraj D VenkatramanManchester Fashion Institute, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Manchester Metropolitan University, Cavendish Street, Manchester M15 6BG, U.K.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4290-4510

Usha SayedDepartment of Fibers and Textile Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Technology [ICT], Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai 400 019, India.

Swati KorgaonkarDepartment of Fibers and Textile Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Technology [ICT], Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai 400 019, India.

Sneha ParteDepartment of Fibers and Textile Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Technology [ICT], Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai 400 019, India.

Holly Ansell-DowneyDepartment of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, U.K.

Jonathan A ButlerDepartment of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan University, Chester Street, Manchester M1 5GD, U.K.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1323-8611

Tuser T BiswasDepartment of Textile Technology, Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business, University of Borås, Borås 501 90, Sweden.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2412-9004

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This research examines mechanical finishing and digital printing methods for imparting antibacterial properties to denim fabrics. It evaluates the use of plant-based nanoemulsions, which are nontoxic and environmentally friendly, as alternatives to synthetic antimicrobial agents. This finishing technique enhances the functional properties of denim fabrics, enabling them to be used for longer periods without requiring frequent washing. Additionally, it prevents the formation of odor and microbial growth during consumer use. Two types of nanoemulsions, namely, Karanja and Shankapushpi, were derived from plant-based herbs combined with coconut oil and curry leaves. The nanoemulsions were characterized for their thermal stability, particle size, and percentage add-on. The finished denim fabrics were assessed for their antimicrobial properties using Gram-positive bacteria (

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DOI10.1021/acsomega.5c07941

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