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@article{200852,
        author = {Smt. Anuradha Narayan Yadav and Smt. Charushila Suresha Garat},
        title = {Eco-Dyeing Techniques: Natural Dyes vs. Synthetic Dyes in Textile Processing},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2019},
        volume = {6},
        number = {7},
        pages = {1006-1010},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=200852},
        abstract = {The textile dyeing industry plays a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetic value of fabrics, but it is also associated with significant environmental challenges. This study focuses on comparing eco-dyeing techniques using natural dyes and synthetic dyes in textile processing. The primary objective was to evaluate both dye types based on performance parameters such as color quality, fastness, cost efficiency, and environmental impact. An experimental and comparative research design was adopted, and data were collected through laboratory dyeing tests and secondary literature sources. Cotton and silk fabrics were dyed using natural dyes derived from plant sources and commercially available synthetic dyes. The results indicated that synthetic dyes performed better in terms of color brightness, durability, and cost efficiency. However, natural dyes were found to be more environmentally sustainable due to their biodegradable and non-toxic properties. The study revealed a trade-off between performance and environmental impact, highlighting the need for improved eco-friendly dyeing techniques. It concluded that while synthetic dyes dominate in industrial applications, natural dyes offer a sustainable alternative for reducing environmental pollution. The research emphasizes the importance of developing advanced methods to enhance the efficiency of natural dyes for broader industrial adoption.},
        keywords = {Eco-dyeing, Natural dyes, Synthetic dyes, Textile processing, Sustainability, Environmental impact},
        month = {December},
        }