Authors : Shashikumar K. R.; Punith S. R.; Sumit Kumar; N. V. B. Chandan

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25nov589

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Abstract : Banana fiber, a natural bast fiber obtained from the pseudo-stem of post-harvest banana plants, is an eco-friendly and abundant lignocellulosic material with significant potential in textile applications. However, its high content of lignin, hemicellulose, and pectin contributes to stiffness, low flexibility, and poor cohesion, posing challenges in yarn production. This study aims to improve the spinnability of banana fibers through various chemical treatments using sodium hydroxide (NaOH), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), sodium carbonate (Na2CO3), and Levocol agents. The treatments were applied at different concentrations, temperatures, and durations to assess their effects on fiber softness, fineness, and overall processability. Results indicated that optimized chemical treatments effectively removed non-cellulosic components and improved fiber pliability, enabling better mechanical handling. Further, banana fibres were cut into staple length and blended with spun silk fibres in various proportions (50:50, 70:30, and 80:20) to facilitate processing in a ring spinning system. Among the blends, the 70:30 spun silk to banana fiber ratio exhibited the best spinnability, minimal fiber damage, and favourable yarn properties. This study demonstrates the potential of chemically modified banana fibers, in suitable blends, for sustainable yarn production and supports their application in eco-friendly textile development.

Keywords : Banana Fibres; Spinnability; Chemical Treatments; Silk Blends; Yarn Properties.

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