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Title:

Leather Substitutes from Agrowaste

Value Proposition:

Sustainable and affordable technology to produce plant-based leather substitutes from agricultural biomass, underutilized crops, and food-industry waste.

Various products, such as clothes and fabrics, shoe lining, sandals, mobile covers, laptop bags, wallets, belts, and many other leather products suitable for different purposes have been crafted successfully with our technology, backed by engineering and scientific validation

Summary Application:

The global leather market is expected to grow further, and with increasing awareness about environmental concerns and ethical concerns, the demand for sustainable alternatives is also rising. This presents a significant opportunity for this technology to capture a growing market share.

From bags and purses to jackets and shoes, the versatility of products caters to different customer segments and expands the market reach.

Advantages:

The production cost of this technology is significantly lower compared to traditional methods. This is a significant advantage, making it attractive for manufacturers and consumers alike.
By using agricultural waste like water hyacinth, banana stems, and rice straw, the technology reduces waste disposal costs and generates additional income for farmers. This creates a closed-loop system with economic benefits throughout the supply chain.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology
CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology[CSIR-NIIST]
:  director[at]niist[dot]res[dot]in
:91-471- 2515226
:https://www.niist.res.in
Industrial Applications: CleanTech [Chemistry, Chemical Processes] Leather,Textiles and Related items Applications [Leather,Textiles and Related Items]
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