An Innovative and Sustainable Approach for Quantifying Cotton and Ramie Fibre Blend Ratios

Cotton, a widely used cellulose fibre, is often blended with other fibres such as Ramie, Jute and Hemp to enhance textile performance. However, a reliable method for accurately determining the blend ratio of these fibres is lacking. This study addresses this gap by utilizing the moisture regain properties of these fibres to quantify blend ratios. Various blends in different ratio of Cotton and Ramie were created, and their composition was confirmed using FTIR spectral analysis and Xray-diffraction. The Moisture regain values of these blends were then measured under varying humidity and temperature conditions using standardized testing methods. A calibration curve was established to correlate blend percentages with their respective moisture regain values, enabling precise determination of unknown blend ratios. This research offers a dependable method for quantifying fibre blend ratios of Cotton and Ramie, contributing to the development of standardized techniques for assessing and characterizing fibre blends, and facilitating improved control and utilization in textile applications.