Journal of Textile Science & Engineering

Katkar PM

Publications

• Research Article
  Natural and Sustainable Raw Materials for Sanitary Napkin
  Author(s): Barman A, Katkar PM and Asagekar SDBarman A, Katkar PM and Asagekar SD
  
  The present paper highlights the issue of non-biodegradability of personal hygiene product and how it has become a serious environmental concern all over the world. Emphasis is given to use naturally available absorbent fibres such as organic cotton, banana fibre, jute, bamboo etc., which are widely available and biodegradable in nature having low carbon footprint which not only makes it eco-friendly but also reduces the cost of sanitary pad. And to enhance the retention of fluid cellulose based hydro gel can be used instead of synthetic super absorbent polymer. Sustainability of hygiene product can be attained by replacing petroleum based raw material with an ecofriendly one... Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2165-8064.1000308

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