Valorization of banana leaf waste for cellulose nanofiber extraction: a sustainable approach for leather applications

Key Points

• Cellulose nanofiber extraction from banana leaf waste shows potential for eco-friendly leather production.
• The study finds that valorization of waste improves sustainability in material usage and reduces environmental impact.
• Assessment involved extracting nanofibers from banana leaves using sustainable methods.
• This approach supports the transition to greener alternatives, although further validation in larger systems is needed.