Agriculture
February 6, 2024
Toray LIVMOA (PPE)
Read SolutionImplemented by
Toray Industries Inc.
Product Description
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.
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