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Exploring Psyllium as a Natural Substitute for Synthetic Thickeners in Cotton Printing Applications

Author(s) Ms. Pallavi Gosain, Ms. Garima Mehra, Ms. Pooja Kansra, Dr. Varinder Kaur, Dr. Sachin Kumar Godara, Dr. Parambir Singh Malhi
Country India
Abstract Psyllium is a bulk-forming laxative that is used for medicinal purposes, especially for treating constipation. This study explores the use of psyllium husk (Plantago ovata) as a natural and sustainable thickening agent for printing cotton fabrics with reactive dyes and pigments. The goal was to find an eco-friendly alternative to traditional thickeners, such as sodium alginate and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), which are often costly and less sustainable. Printing pastes were prepared with different concentrations of psyllium (5–50 g/L) and tested for viscosity, colour strength, softness, and fastness properties. The results showed that a concentration of 35 g/L provided the best performance, offering the right viscosity for smooth printing and sharp design outlines. Fabrics printed with psyllium at this level produced brighter colours (higher K/S values) and a softer feel compared to those printed with sodium alginate or CMC. Washing and rubbing fastness results were similar across all thickeners. Psyllium’s natural negative charge prevents it from reacting with dyes, making it suitable for different classes of reactive dyes. Overall, psyllium proved to be an effective, affordable, and environmentally friendly alternative that enhances print quality while supporting sustainable textile production.
Keywords Psyllium husk, sodium alginate, carboxymethyl cellulose, reactive dyes, sustainable textile printing.
Field Sociology > Home Science
Published In Volume 7, Issue 5, September-October 2025
Published On 2025-10-18
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i05.58082
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