Application of nanotechnology in zntimicrobial finishes for textiles: a review

Abstract

Pathogens may spread illness via contact with infested fabrics, which generate odor when close to the skin. Microbial degradation causes fabrics to become discolored, tinted and lose their ability to perform their intended purpose. For medicinal and hygiene applications, non-toxic and environmentally friendly antimicrobial agents are in high demand. Polyhexamethylenebiguanide (PHMB), quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs), metals (including metal oxides and salts), triclosan, and n-halamines were among the synthetic biocides whose effects were intensively studied. Aside from the natural biocides, such as essential oils and plant-based chitosan, plant-based extracts (AMPs) were the most often used plant-based biocides. A review of recent research on antimicrobial finishing, types of finish agents, and various current developments in antimicrobial finishing will be briefly covered to minimize the risks associated with the application of organic and inorganic antimicrobial finishes and plant-based antimicrobial finishes