Agriculture
February 6, 2024
Toray LIVMOA (PPE)
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Toray Industries Inc.
Updated on March 8, 2024
·Created on August 31, 2021
PPE materials made from biodegradable polymer processed from jute leaves. Courtesy of WHO Compendium 2021
The Jute cellulose-based PPE is a prototype material for masks and protective garments made from jute, which is a leafy plant native to Bangladesh. The material is comprised of cellulose, creating a liquid- and air-proof material that is designed to be biodegradable after use.
The technology is patented by Dr. Mubarak Ahmad Khan and was trademarked by the Bangladesh Jute Mill Corporation in 2017 but is still undergoing testing.
This product was selected for inclusion in WHO’s 2021 Compendium of Innovative Health Technologies for Low‐Resource Settings.
Target SDGs
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
Market Suggested Retail Price
$4.00
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Public Sector Agencies, NGOs
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
None, as of 2020
Competitive Landscape
Direct competitors include Toray LIVMOA (PPE) and SmartPPE.
Manufacturing/Building Method
The jute cellulose is extracted through a processes that includes treatment, hydrolysis, then polymerization, resulting in a biodegradable polymer sheet that can be used for PPE products.
Intellectural Property Type
Select Type
Available size(s)
300 x 600 x 1500 mm sheets
Consumables
Intended for single-use
Indispensable equipment for function (Y / N)
None
Maintenance or calibration required by user at time of use? (Y/N)
None
Material(s) used in product
Cellulose extracted from the jute leaf
Power supply type: Continuous, Recharging only (V, time required, battery life), Other
None
Lifecycle
Shelf life expectancy is 0-2 years
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
This product is designed to be "water and air-proof"
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