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Biodegradable Masks from Pineapple Leaves

Date:19 july 2022

Country: Indonesia

Plant Name:

    Pineapple

Residue Name:

    Leaves

End Products

Biomaterials

Facemask

Application

  • Eco-friendly Face Masks: Biodegradable alternative to plastic masks, reducing plastic waste

Description

This project explores the use of pineapple leaf fibers as a sustainable alternative to plastic in single-use masks. Pineapple leaves are rich in cellulose, making them biodegradable and less harmful to the environment. These masks offer an eco-friendly solution to the plastic waste problem, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The project also highlights the potential for using agricultural waste to produce valuable, environmentally responsible products.

 

 

Pathway Description:

The process used in this project involves extracting fibers from pineapple leaves, which are rich in cellulose. These fibers are then processed into biodegradable mask material. The resulting pineapple-fiber masks are eco-friendly, decomposing quickly without harmful chemicals. The masks offer an alternative to plastic-based face masks, contributing to sustainable waste management.

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Tags: Eco Friendly MasksBiodegradable MaterialsPineapple leaf based facemasks

End Products

Biomaterials

Facemask

Feedstock

Types of Feedstock

Primary agricultural residue

Name

Pineapple Leaves

Form

Solid Fibrous Material

Commercials

Low-cost and abundant; valorizes agricultural waste

Logistics

Sourced from pineapple farms; typically discarded as waste

Characteristics

High cellulose content

Pathways

Mechanical

Extraction,Spinning

Stakeholders

Educational Institution

Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM)