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Biodegradable Insole from Recycled Cashew nutshell

Presented By

Ravi Banothu (10CC23A11004)

Hema Kumari S (10CC23A11005)

CSIR-CLRI, Chennai

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Problem Statement: The current footwear industry faces issues related to its complete dependence on petroleum-based materials like nylon and polyester for quality and comfort. To address this, there is a need to achieve similar properties using sustainable, biodegradable materials, such as natural fibres like cashew nut shells, combined with bio-polymers and their blends

After CNSL extraction shell

Compression moulding technique

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ECO FRIENDLY – VALUE ADDED CYCLE

CSNL extraction

Bio fuel

Soil

Cashew plant

Cashew harvesting

Chemical treatment

Board preparation

Footwear industry

Value added products

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