Volume 12 - Volume 12
Usage of Vegetable Fibers in Disposable Hygiene Wipes: A Prospective Study
Abstract
Responsible consumption and production are the goals of sustainable development presented by the UN. Within this framework, there is a research growth in the hygiene sector for the various applications of wipes and similar products, as well as the concern to develop such products in a sustainable way, through the use of raw materials and/or processes that preserve the environment and define the product as less polluting. The present study aims to carry out a prospect patent analysis in order to map vegetable fibers that may compose hygiene wipes. The search on the Spacenet platform highlighted filing of patents by China, whose Industrial Planning contributed to the use of bamboo fiber in 80% of hygiene wipes patents. Fibers made of eucalyptus, coconut, cotton, linen, hemp, jute, wood and bamboo have been used to manufacture hygiene wipes. The survey carried out demonstrates that planning and RD&I in companies are essential for the maintenance of an innovative ecosystem. Thus, it is understood that other vegetable fibers can be studied for the same purpose, stimulating economic activities in this segment.
Paper Details
PaperID: RG22003
Author's Name: Carina Soares Do Nascimento and Neila De Paula Pereira
Volume: Volume 12
Issues: Volume 12
Keywords: Vegetable Fibers, Hygiene Wipes, Technological Prospecting.
Year: 2022
Month: June
Pages: 25-36