Disposable face masks from Bamboo Residue

Date:Jun 6 2022

Country: China United States

Application

• Used to develop disposable face masks

Description

Scientists from China and the USA have studied the co-pyrolysis of two waste streams: bamboo residue and used disposable face masks. face masks are meant to be used once and then disposed of, their production and use have caused vast amounts of waste to enter the environment. Disposable face masks are constructed of mixtures of materials, mainly non-woven polypropylene in multi-layered arrangements. Like most waste, disposable face masks are typically disposed of in landfills, it reduces the volume of waste, release of hazardous emissions and toxic chemicals into the environment.

Pathway Description:

Reduced using co-pyrolysis processes.