Synthesis and Application of Fluorine-free Environment-friendly Stearic Acid-based Oil and Water Repellent for Cotton Fabric

Fluorinated compounds are exceptional to exhibit good as well as durable oil and water repellency. However, due to their adverse effect on human and ecology, these compounds are under immense pressure. In this research, stearic acid which is a long-chain bio-based fatty acid is polymerized with a bi...

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Main Authors: Rabia sharif, Muhammad Mohsin, Naveed Ramzan, Syed Waqas Ahmad, Haji Ghulam Qutab
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2022-05-01
Series:Journal of Natural Fibers
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15440478.2020.1787918