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Mercerization for cotton:- Effects and Properties

Mercerization is a process applied to cellulosic fibers – typically cotton (or cotton-covered thread with a polyester core) but hemp and linen can be mercerized also – to increase luster. It is done after weaving (in the case of fabrics) or spinning (for yarns or threads). But early on it was found that the process also had secondary benefits: the mercerized fibers were able to absorb more water, and therefore absorb more dye, making the color of the dyed cloth brighter and deeper. The difference is dramatic: mercerization increases the absorption of dyestuffs by as much as 25%.