A Comparative Study on Dyeing Effects of Commiphora Caudata Tree Extract on Distinct Natural Blended Fabrics

This study focuses on the comparative analysis of commiphora caudata tree bark extract as a natural dye on three distinct natural blended fabrics – Silk cotton, Linen cotton and Bamboo cotton. The objective is to analyze dyeing property from commiphora caudata tree bark, commiphora caudata extract with blended fabric, and evaluate colorfastness test. The methodology involves a collection of commiphora caudata, selection of natural blended fabric, optimize dyeing process, pretreatment process to enhance dye absorption, and the dyed fabric are then subjected to testing like colorfastness evaluation to determine any fading or color bleeding. Alum is employed as a mordant to fix the dye onto the fabric and improve its fastness properties. Commiphora caudata is also known as ‘hill mango or green commiphora’. Commiphora caudate belongs to the family burseraceae. In Tamil it’s known as ‘pachai kiluvai’. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, and it is used in traditional medicine. The comparative analysis enables a better understanding of how different fiber blend interact with natural dye and mordant’s, paving the way for environmental friendly textile processing techniques.