Microwave-assisted synthesis of Ag/ZnO nanoparticles using<i>Averrhoa carambola</i>fruit extract as the reducing agent and their application in cotton fabrics with antibacterial and UV-protection properties
Paweena Porrawatkul, Rungnapa Pimsen, Arnannit Kuyyogsuy, Nongyao Teppaya, Amnuay Noypha, Saksit Chanthai, Prawit Nuengmatcha
Abstract
using the agar well diffusion method. The results revealed good antibacterial activity in the cotton fabric treated with the Ag-doped ZnO composite. The stability of the Ag/ZnO nanocomposite coated fabrics was determined by a wash durability test, the results of which demonstrated that this fabric could retain good antibacterial activity even after 20 wash cycles. The UV-blocking capacity of the treated fabrics was evaluated based on the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) value determined in the range of 280-400 nm. The UPF value determined for the Ag/ZnO-coated fabric was 69.67 ± 1.53, which indicated an excellent ability to block UV radiation. Collectively, these results demonstrated the Ag/ZnO nanocomposite prepared in the present study as a promising material for preparing textiles with good antibacterial activity and UV protection.