The experimental results showed that except for the
case of tear index, the increase in mechanical and physical properties were considerably higher than control
(untreated) samples. Significant changes of tensile and burst indices, breaking length, and air resistance
were observed after the addition of 18% molasses. From a statistical viewpoint, the addition of
molasses had more positive effects on the above-mentioned properties, compared to the fiber beating.
However, at a certain dosage of molasses, with increased beating, the strength properties were improved
remarkably.