Effect of retting methods on molecular weight of Agave atroverance fibers

This study was undertaken to investigate the effect of retting method on molecular weight different portion Agave atroverance fiber (top, middle and bottom) extracted by techniques. The raw fibers from plant were retted biological chemical (degumming) methods. In both stagnant boil water utilized in method, fibres treated with 5% NaOH. is not purely cellulosic fiber. Percentage composition also determined. It contains α-cellulose, hemicellulose, nitrogenous matter, mineral matters miscellaneous. tested for determination weight. percentage loss found be more case chemically owing enhanced digestibility lignocellulosic material 4% sodium chlorite solution. Contrary this, showed higher due presence matter removal pectic substabces.