Author(s): Sankar Roy Maulik, Komal Shaw, Abir Chakraborti and Somes Bhaumik

Abstract:
In the ever-changing industry, sustainability is not just a craze but an absolute need. Consumers are now looking for eco-friendly packaging solutions to reduce the environmental impact of synthetic polymeric materials. Biodegradable materials, recycled fibres, fabrics, papers, cardboard, etc., are utilised to package products for delivery, highlighting the commitment of the organisation towards sustainability. The eco-friendly and biodegradable nature of jute has created a new domain in applying non-traditional, diversified products such as handmade paper for packaging and fashionable packaging items. The study uses jute and viscose fibre industry waste to produce handmade papers for packaging purposes, which may be an alternative to non-biodegradable synthetic materials. The use of jute-cotton union fabric dyed with Rubia cordifolia in the presence of Terminalia chebula as a bio-mordant to produce a sustainable and fashionable lightweight bag is also reported in the study. Azadirachta indica leaves mixed with jute during pulp formation also provide antifungal activity for handmade paper.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/23957476.2025.v11.i1h.1830