Extraction and characterization of curcuma zedoaria pseudo-stems fibers for textile application

Abstract

Purpose This study aims to characterize the properties of natural cellulose fiber from the pseudo-stems of the curcuma zedoaria plant. Design/methodology/approach The fiber was extracted using the biological retting process (cold-water retting). The intrinsic fiber properties obtained were used to evaluate the possibility of using fiber for textile applications. Findings The average length of a curcuma zedoaria fiber was 34.77 cm with a fineness value of 6.72 Tex. A bundle of curcuma zedoaria fibers was comprised of many elementary fibers. Curcuma zedoaria had an irregular cross-section, with the lumen having a varied oval shape. Curcuma zedoaria fibers had tenacity and elongation value of 3.32 gf/denier and 6.95%, respectively. Curcuma zedoaria fibers had a coefficient of friction value of 0.46. Curcuma zedoaria fibers belong to a hygroscopic fiber type with a moisture regain value of 10.29%. Originality/value Extraction and Characterization of Curcuma zedoaria Pseudo-stems Fibers for Textile Application.

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