The Use of a Natural Polysaccharide Extracted from the Prickly Pear Cactus () as an Additive for Textile Dyeing.

The art of dyeing fabrics is one of the oldest human activities. In order to improve the fastness properties of dyeing products, various additives are added to optimize the uniformity of fibers and surfaces and improve dye distribution. Unfortunately, these additives can be harmful and very often are not biodegradable.