MUMBAI, India, April 10 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202411072435 A) filed by Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Sept. 25, 2024, for 'a method for biotransformation of citrus fruit peel waste into vegan leather.'
Inventor(s) include Richa Gupta; and Rafaela Barros.
The application for the patent was published on April 10, under issue no. 15/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a method for transforming citrus fruit peel waste into vegan leather, aimed at addressing environmental and ethical challenges associated with conventional leather production. By utilizing citrus peels, a byproduct of the citrus juice industry, the method avoids the 7 environmental impacts of animal husbandry and toxic tanning chemicals. The process involves collecting, drying, grinding, and integrating citrus peel granules with a biopolymer matrix comprising cotton fiber, alginate, glycerin, coconut oil, and essential oils. After stabilization with calcium chloride, the mixture is spread and dried to form organic vegan citrus leather, which offers enhanced strength, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal. The resulting material is 100% biodegradable, contributing to sustainable waste 14 management practices and promoting a circular economy. This innovation aligns with global sustainability goals by offering a cruelty-free, environmentally friendly alternative suitable for diverse applications in fashion and beyond."
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