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Bamboo fiber is a regenerated cellulose fiber produces from bamboo pulp. Bamboo pulp is
refined though a process of hydrolysis-alkalization and multi-phase bleaching before converting
in to the fiber. Physical and chemical properties of bamboo fiber are nearly close to viscose. It
has good durability, stability, moderate tencity and thus good sping ability. Bamboo products are
further characterized by its good hydrophilic nature, excellent permeability, soft feel, excellent
dyeing behavior and color vibrancy and over all its antimicrobial property. This paper will
provide an overview of special properties of bamboo fibers along with its behavior during
processing and dyeing.
Characteristics of Bamboo fiber : Bamboo fiber is characterized by its chemical functional
properties such as :
Natural antibacterial : It has been demonstrated by various research that bamboo owns a
unique anti-bacteria agent named bamboo kun?. This substance has particular and natural
functions of anti-bacteria and deodorization. The content of bamboo fiber in blended yarns
decides the anti-bacterial behavior of the final product. The higher the bamboo content the better
the anti-bacterial properties. It is suggested to keep 70% bamboo fiber in blended yarn in order to
obtain satisfactory anti-bacterial effect. Natural anti-bacteria function of bamboo fiber differs
largely from that of chemical additive or finishes applied on the fabric. The later often tend to
cause skin allergy when applied to apparel. Antibacterial function of bamboo fabric continues
even after fifty times of washing.
Green & biodegradable : Bamboo fiber is produced out of bamboo stem which is cultivated in
northern part of china. Bamboo is fast growing renewable resource, its growth is approx 3 feet
over a night thus considered environment friendly. Bamboo products are 100% biodegradable in
soil by microorganism and sunshine and the decomposition process doesnt cause pollution in
environment.
Breathable and cool : The cross-section of the bamboo fiber is filled with various micro-gaps
and micro-holes thus is has much better moisture absorption and ventilation. With this
unparalleled micro-structure, bamboo fiber apparel can absorb and evaporate humans sweat in
seconds. According to authoritative testing figures, apparels made from bamboo fibers keep body
Mercerization :
For bamboo fabric and bamboo / cotton blended fabrics, mercerization not only improves fibers
absorbance of dyestuffs, but also it can increase the brightness of the dyed fabrics due to plain
surface and even luster Further more it is also able to a substantial degree
Techniques and formulation (g/L) :
Caustic Soda : 210-240
Temperature room temperature
Time : 40 60s