In-situ green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) onto the cotton fabrics by neem (azardirachta indica) leaf extract

Abstract

This research work was carried out for the green in-situ synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles onto the 100% cotton fabric. Zinc nitrate hexahydrate [Zn(NO3)2.6H2O] was used as precursor and the Neem (Azardirachta Indica) leaf extract was used as reducing agent. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X ray diffraction (XRD) were done to investigate the surface morphology and characteristics of developed samples. Moreover the ultraviolet protection factor (UPF), UVA blocking %age, UVB blocking %age, and antibacterial properties were examined. The SEM and XRD confirmed the deposition of ZnO NPs onto the fabric having crystalline structure. The evaluated samples showed very excellent results for, UPF rating, UVA blocking %age, UVB blocking %age, and antibacterial properties.