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Macro- and Microemulsion Silicone Softeners on Polyester Fibers: Evaluation of Different Physical Properties

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Journal of Surfactants and Detergents

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In this research, polyester fabrics were treated with three concentrations (10, 20 and 30 g/L) of macro- and microemulsions of silicones in water at 30 °C by the padding method. The treated fabrics were then dried/cured at 130 °C for 40 s. Some of the physical and chemical properties of the samples are discussed. The drapeability of treated samples was lower and found to depend on the silicone particle size. Moisture absorbency of treated samples was also lower. Colorimetric properties of softener treated fabrics were evaluated with a reflectance spectrophotometer. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) examinations showed an aggregation of silicone particles on the fiber surface.

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Acknowledgments

We are grateful to Mr. Jahangiri and Zarine from Arman Chimi Afrooz Company, Tehran, Iran for providing the silicone softeners.

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  1. Textile Department, Islamic Azad University, Shahre Rey Branch, Tehran, Iran

    Mazeyar Parvinzadeh

  2. Postgraduate Faculty, Islamic Azad University, Tehran South Branch, Tehran, Iran

    Roozbeh Hajiraissi

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Parvinzadeh, M., Hajiraissi, R. Macro- and Microemulsion Silicone Softeners on Polyester Fibers: Evaluation of Different Physical Properties. J Surfact Deterg 11, 269–273 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11743-008-1081-7

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