Theory of Mercerizing | Purpose of Mercerizing | Application of Mercerization Process

Theory of Mercerizing:

Mercerization is a process of treatment of cellulosic textiles in yarn or fabric form with a concentrated solution of caustic alkali whereby the fibers swollen, the strength and dye affinity of the materials increased, and their handle is modified. When treated in a strong solution of caustic soda, cotton fibers swell laterally and shrink longitudinally, causing