ECO-FRIENDLY FIRE RETARDANT TEXTILE FINISHING: UTILIZING POMEGRANATE PEEL FOR SUSTAINABLE FLAME RESISTANCE

The increasing environmental and health concerns associated with synthetic flame retardant agents have driven the search for sustainable, non-toxic alternatives.This study investigates the potential of pomegranate peel extract as a natural and eco-friendly fireretardant finish for textiles.Pomegranate peel, an agricultural waste product, is rich in polyphenols and tannins, which exhibit inherent flame-retardant properties.The extract was applied to textile fabrics, and its fire resistance was evaluated using standard flammability tests.Additionally, the treated fabrics were assessed for durability, mechanical properties, and biodegradability.The results indicate that pomegranate peel extract significantly enhances the flame resistance of textiles while maintaining their Eco-Friendly Fire Retardant Textile Finishing: Utilizing Pomegranate Peel for Sustainable Flame Resistance https://iaeme.com/Home/journal/IJPHM 10