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January 1, 2025Journal of EngineeringOpen Access

Animal‐Free Leather‐Like Material From Pineapple Leaf Fiber Enhanced With Turmeric Dyeing: A Sustainable Alternative to Leather

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HWHirut WuduZTZerihun TeshomeTTTamrat Tesfaye

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Overview

The study introduces an animal-free leather alternative made from pineapple leaf fiber, suggesting eco-friendly solutions for leather production.

Key Points

  • The optimized sample demonstrated a tensile strength of 159 N and a tear strength of 45 N, showcasing its potential for lightweight applications.
  • Turmeric dyeing added antimicrobial properties and vibrant colors, contributing to the material's market appeal and safety.
  • Using polyvinyl alcohol and polylactic acid, the study produced a biodegradable and flexible composite for a sustainable leather alternative.
  • This research promotes circular economy principles by utilizing agricultural waste and eco-friendly processes in material production.

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Wudu et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af55dead7bf08b1eadcc24https://doi.org/10.1155/je/9081921
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