Jute Cellulose-based PPE

Product Description

The Jute cellulose-based PPE is a prototype material for masks and protective garments made from jute, which is a leafy plant native to Bangladesh. The material is comprised of cellulose, creating a liquid- and air-proof material that is designed to be biodegradable after use.

The technology is patented by Dr. Mubarak Ahmad Khan and was trademarked by the Bangladesh Jute Mill Corporation in 2017 but is still undergoing testing.

This product was selected for inclusion in WHO’s 2021 Compendium of Innovative Health Technologies for Low‐Resource Settings.

Market Suggested Retail Price

$4.00

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

None, as of 2020

Manufacturing/Building Method

The jute cellulose is extracted through a processes that includes treatment, hydrolysis, then polymerization, resulting in a biodegradable polymer sheet that can be used for PPE products.

Intellectural Property Type

Open Source

Lifecycle

Shelf life expectancy is 0-2 years

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

This product is designed to be "water and air-proof"

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