Commentary, J Fashion Technol Textile Vol: 11 Issue: 4

Sustainable Silk Dyeing With Fungal Pigments: A Commentary

Pavan M^* and Anita Rani

¹Department of Clothing and Textiles, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttarakhand, India

*Corresponding Author: Pavan M,
Department of Clothing and Textiles, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttarakhand, India
E-mail: pavanmanu1212@gmail.com

Received date: 01 August, 2023, Manuscript No. JFTTE-23-108524;

Editor assigned date: 03 August, 2023, PreQC No. JFTTE-23-108524(PQ);

Reviewed date: 18 August, 2023, QC.No JFTTE-23-108524;

Revised date: 28 August, 2023, Manuscript No. JFTTE-23-108524(R);

Published date: 04 September, 2023, DOI: 10.4172/2329-9568.1000312.

Citation: M Pavan and Rani A (2023) Sustainable Silk Dyeing With Fungal Pigments: A Commentary. J Fashion Technol Textile 11:4.

Abstract

Keywords: Fungal dye; Eco-friendly; Talaromyces purpurogenus; Sustainable dyeing

Description

Microbial dyes have garnered increasing importance across various industries due to their natural origin and eco-friendliness. These dyes, produced by microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and algae, present a sustainable and environmentally conscious alternative to synthetic dyes derived from petrochemicals [1,2]. Their versatile applications span industries including textiles, food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals [3]. Moreover, microbial dyes offer a diverse spectrum of colors and shades, easily customizable to suit specific application requirements. By opting for microbial dyes, businesses can contribute to reducing their environmental impact while supporting the principles of a circular economy, making them a promising choice in the world of dyes and pigments [4].

This paper holds significant importance in the textile wet processing domain, as it explores the fascinating realm of dyeing fabrics with sustainable natural dye, particularly utilizing fungal pigments. The research paper “Optimization of the process parameters for dyeing silk fabric with a fungal pigment is using RSM” by Verma et al., (2023) presents a futuristic study on the use of a sustainable dye derived from Talaromyces purpurogenus fungi for dyeing silk fabric.

The study focuses on optimizing the dyeing process variables using the Box and Behnken Design of RSM software, where input variables are dye pH, dyeing temperature, and dyeing time. The performance of the dyed silk fabric has been assessed in terms of color strength, percent absorption, and light fastness, rubbing fastness, and washing fastness. The dyed silk fabric performed well for washing and rubbing fastness but offered poor fastness against light. SEM imaging showed the roughening of surface of the silk fabric after dyeing and FT-IR spectroscopy revealed that there could be little possible chemical interaction between colouring molecules and the silk fabric or might have Van der Waals or electrostatic forces [5].

Strength of the study

Major strength of this paper is the use of a sustainable and ecofriendly dye derived from Talaromyces purpurogenus fungi derived from organic waste. The textile industry is one of the most polluting industries globally, and the use of synthetic dyes has been linked to environmental and health hazards [6,7]. Therefore, the development of sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic dyes is crucial for textile industry's sustainability [8]. The use of microbial dyes, such as the one used in this study, could significantly contribute towards resource generation from organic waste, the environmental impact of textile dyeing and ensure user safety.

The study reveals that the fungal dye from T. purpurogenus produced a superior red to rose shade on silk fabric at pH 5.

Moreover, strong preview of this paper is the use of the Box and Behnken Design of RSM software to optimize the dyeing process. RSM is a powerful statistical tool that can efficiently optimize multiple interactive variables simultaneously [9]. The use of RSM in this study allowed the researchers to identify the optimal dyeing conditions for silk fabric using many variables.

Furthermore, the optimized dyeing process variables can serve as a practical guideline for achieving the desired dyeing results in terms of color intensity, color fastness, and overall performance of the dyed silk fabric.

Limitation of the study

However, the study displays some limitations that need to be considered and can be improved in upcoming researches.

For instance, the study focused only on the optimization of the dyeing process for silk fabric using a fungal pigment derived from T. purpurogenus fungi. The findings may not be directly applicable to other types of fabrics or materials.

Additionally, the study did not explore the economic feasibility of using microbial dyes for large-scale textile production, which could be a significant limitation for the textile industry.

Although the dye source was non-toxic, the study did not investigate the potential toxicity or allergenicity of the fungal pigment dyed silk fabric, which could be a concern for human health and safety.

The study also did not compare the performance of the fungal pigment with other natural or synthetic dyes in terms of color fastness, durability, or other relevant performance parameters.

Conclusion

The findings of this study can be useful for the textile industry to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly methods for dyeing silk fabric. Contributing toward reducing environmental pollution associated with use of conventional synthetic dyes. The study can also inspire further research on the use of microbial dyes for dyeing other types of fabrics. And materials, which can have significant practical implications for the textile industry and other related fields.

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