One of the most common industries in almost all countries around the globe is Textile industry. Recently this textile processing segment has witnessed shift in base from the West to the East and this trend is accelerated with the lifting of quota restrictions under WTO....

How safe are the clothes we buy for our 'small people'? A report states that imported clothing from China contains unacceptable levels of toxic chemicals. Chemicals residues on clothing are hazardous to human health. Increasing concern about global awareness has sparked the consumer's desire for organic clothing...

Rheum emodi, also known as Indian rhubarb and commonly known as 'Dolu' is a member of genus of perennial stout herbs distributed in the temperate and sub-tropical regions of the world, chiefly in Asia and originated in Mongolia. It is cultivated since long time in Europe and also acclimatised in Germany...

The textile wet processing industry for apparel applications is considered to comprise of three main segments viz, yarn dyeing (including Denim yarn), piece dyeing (including garments) & the Knit dyeing. Recent years have witnessed highest growth in knit or commonly called hosiery processing...

In the past few years, the dyestuff industry has transformed significantly. This is considered to be due to the rise in use of dyestuffs in sectors like printing inks, plastics, textiles, paper and foodstuff. Globally, China, India, Japan, Korea, etc...

Natural dyes applications to industrial products release their medicinal properties on the goods as well as improving the aesthetic value of the product. Natural dyes are unique in that they are eco-friendly and non-carcinogenic. They are new all times and never aged...