Surface modification of synthetic and natural fibres by fixation of cyclodextrin derivatives

It is demonstrated that cyclodextrin derivatives can be fixed permanently onto polymer surfaces by functional groups using conventional technologies of textile processing. As a result of the modification process some properties of the fibres are directly influenced. But also special effects may be obtained by complexing specific chemical substances, because the fixed cyclodextrin cavities do not loose their complexing power. Conceivable fields of application are medical or technical textiles and textiles for clothing.