MUMBAI, India, July 11 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202521059947 A) filed by Dr. Ishwar Baburao Ghorude; Dr. Kirti Sadhurao Niralwad; Dr. Jagadamba G; Mrs. Chayashree G; Dr Shikalgar Niyaj Dilavar; Dr. Vinayaka K. S; and Mrs. Kota Harini, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, on June 23, for 'sustainable sanitary napkin manufacturing using agro-waste from banana plants.'
Inventor(s) include Dr. Ishwar Baburao Ghorude; Dr. Kirti Sadhurao Niralwad; Dr. Jagadamba G; Mrs. Chayashree G; Dr Shikalgar Niyaj Dilavar; Dr. Vinayaka K. S; and Mrs. Kota Harini.
The application for the patent was published on July 11, under issue no. 28/2025.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The proposed invention relates to a sustainable and eco-friendly method for manufacturing sanitary napkins utilizing agro-waste derived from banana plants, specifically focusing on banana pseudo-stems, leaves, and fibers, which are often discarded as agricultural residue. This innovative approach addresses the pressing need for biodegradable, affordable, and hygienic menstrual products while simultaneously offering a viable solution to agro-waste management. The invention leverages the natural absorbency, softness, and antimicrobial properties of banana fibers, which are processed using minimal chemical treatments to retain their biodegradability and skin-friendliness. The manufacturing process involves the extraction of high-quality fibers through mechanical and enzymatic techniques, followed by their integration with other natural materials such as cotton or bamboo pulp to enhance performance. The resulting sanitary napkins are designed to be lightweight, highly absorbent, breathable, and free from synthetic polymers or harmful additives typically found in conventional products. This sustainable manufacturing model not only reduces environmental pollution caused by synthetic sanitary waste but also promotes rural employment and income generation through the involvement of local communities in fiber extraction and product assembly."
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