Research upon Ag-Doped ZnO Nanoparticles Coated on Cotton Fabric for Antibacterial Boxer Briefs Underwear

Bacterial growth on textiles, particularly underwear products for both men and women, can result in serious health issues such as rashes, blisters, yeast infections, and even an increased risk of prostate cancer for men and cervical cancer for women. Additionally, it can cause unpleasant smells, stains, and discolorations in the fabric, reducing the product’s life cycles and environmental issues. This study aims to develop a fabric for underwear that can terminate bacteria and bring comfort to the wearer. The cotton fabric treated with Ag-doped ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) was investigated in this research. Tensile strength, morphology, structure, moisture content, and antibacterial properties based on the disc method and count plate against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli were examined. Both strains showed 99.9% antibacterial activity by cotton fabric treated with Ag-doped ZnO nanoparticles. The results demonstrate that the treated fabrics have excellent performance, making them ideal for use in underwear products and reducing health problems caused by bacteria.