Application of Eco-Friendly and Enzyme Based Stain Removers in Textiles

Application of Eco-Friendly and Enzyme Based Stain Removers in Textiles

Abstract
The purpose of the study is to investigate the environmental impact of chemical stain removers, 
detergents, and review critically enzyme-based stain removers as an alternative to replace synthetic 
surfactants in textile industry. It also highlights some of the chemically based stain removers, which are 
eco-friendly and could be used as stain removers. Literature review reveals that the usage of enzymebased products in industrial and household chores is growing day by day. Previous Research findings 
also indicate that enzyme-based products exhibit high efficacy in eliminating stubborn stains, while 
maintaining fabric integrity, which contributes to their popularity among environmental conscious 
consumers. Moreover, the adoption of these products can result in reduced water and energy 
consumption during laundry, leading to further environmental benefits. There are six kind of enzyme 
that are currently used in various industry; Oxidoreducers, Transferases, Hydrolysers, Lyases, 
Isomerizers, and Ligases. In these, hydrolysers enzymes like proteases, lipases, amylases, and 
cellulases are popularly used in washing industry. The paper discusses their mechanisms of action on 
stains and how it increases the rate of reaction. Overall, this review highlights the environmentally 
responsible choice of enzyme-based detergents and stain removers over conventional chemical-based 
alternatives. By replacing synthetic surfactants in the textile industry and promoting the utilization of 
eco-friendly stain removers, this study advocates for sustainable practices in cleaning and laundry, 
offering significant potential for reducing the environmental impacts associated with these processes.
Keywords: Detergent, Environment, Enzyme, Mechanism, Surfactant, Stain Remover