Optimization of dyeing wool fibers procedure with Isatis tinctoria by Response Surface Methodology

The response surface method (RMS) was used to optimize the color strength (K/S) of the wool fibers dyed with Isatis tinctoria. The eight independent variable terms, in which two of them are categorical and the other six numerical, were selected at two levels (low and high). The ANOVA test results of the linear model showed that the model terms, including reducing agent amount, dyeing temperature, dyeing time, and dyestuff percentage, have a significant effect on K/S. The actual values agreed with the predicted values and the suggested equation model was satisfactory and accurate