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Production, Partial Characterization, and Use of a Red Biochrome Produced by Serratia sakuensis subsp. nov Strain KRED for Dyeing Natural Fibers

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We have described a novel red biochrome, 514 Da in size, produced by solid-state cultivation of a bacterial isolate obtained from garden soil. The growth requirements of the isolate, the chemical characteristics of the biochrome produced, and the application of the biochrome in dying of silk, wool, and cotton fabrics have been studied. The biochrome obtained after 52 h of incubation and having a λ max of 535 nm was used for dyeing the fabrics. We found that silk, wool, and cotton fabrics dyed with this new natural red compound have high color strength values and dye uptake along with good color fastness as well as antibacterial activity.

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The authors wish to express a deep sense of gratitude to the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science, Government of India, for the financial support extended for this project. The authors also wish to thank Dr. Narendra Raut, Piramal Life Sciences Ltd., Mumbai, for MS and NMR analysis. The authors also duly thank Dr. Vijay Gangan, Reliance Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai, for his valuable assistance in characterization studies.

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  1. Department of Microbiology, Bhavan’s College, Munshi Nagar, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

    J. Vaidyanathan & Z. Bhathena-Langdana

  2. Department of Fibers and Textiles Processing Technology, ICT, Matunga, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

    R. V. Adivarekar & M. Nerurkar

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Vaidyanathan, J., Bhathena-Langdana, Z., Adivarekar, R.V. et al. Production, Partial Characterization, and Use of a Red Biochrome Produced by Serratia sakuensis subsp. nov Strain KRED for Dyeing Natural Fibers. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 166, 321–335 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12010-011-9427-4

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