Abstract
<jats:p>In recent years, BC (Bacterial Cellulose) has been gaining popularity due to its high purity, biocompatibility, environmentally friendly production processes, and superior mechanical properties. The purity of BC’s structure, meaning it does not contain impurities such as lignin and hemicellulose found in plant cellulose, makes it suitable for advanced textile applications. Furthermore, its high crystallinity, exceptional mechanical strength, and modifiable structure provide broad potential for use in the development of functional materials. In the textile industry, bacterial cellulose can be used in various areas such as functional fabrics, biotextile surfaces, sustainable non-woven materials, composite structures, and smart textile systems. One of the main reasons for the success of BC in modification processes is the abundance of hydroxyl groups in its structure. Various modification methods can be used to impart a wide range of properties to BC, such as antimicrobial activity, antioxidant properties, electrical conductivity, insect repellent, or UV protection. Furthermore, BC’s ability to be produced from renewable sources, minimize waste and chemical usage, and its positive attributes such as environmental sustainability and circular economy approach clearly demonstrate that it is a functional biopolymer that should be considered in sustainable textile production processes.</jats:p>