In the textile mill, wet processing, or preparation, removes the natural and man-made impurities from cotton yarn or fabric. The adequate removal, or scouring of impurities before dyeing, printing or finishing is essential in producing quality product, since more than half the faults generated, such as streaking, color matching or colorfastness, can be traced back to ineffective preparation.
Traditionally, cotton scouring has required the use of harsh alkaline chemicals (caustic), extreme temperatures and large volumes of water. Expenses include not only the cost of the caustic and energy, but also the cost of treating waste water to remove residual caustic and by-products. Today, textile producers have a new, effective alternative to chemical scouring with the advent of the Cottonase™ enzyme.
This novel enzyme not only cleans better than chemical scouring, but also greatly reduces the need for extensive waste water treatment and energy consumption. The Cottonase™ enzyme is a versatile, economically viable and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical scouring in cotton preparation.
For more information on Cottonase™ enzymes, select from the following:
Cottonase™ Enzyme (Brochure English, PDF)
