Development of Water-Repellent Jute Fabric as a Sustainable Solution for Bag Production

Authors

  • Mokhlesur M. Rahman Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE), Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0379-3686
  • Kristy Gourab Sinha Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE), Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh https://orcid.org/0009-0006-4744-9026
  • Md. Ashiqur Rahman Alif Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, USA https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9052-697X
  • Md Shamim Hassan Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE), Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8540-123X
  • Mohamad Faiz Bin Mohd Faculty of Earth Science, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 17600 Jeli, Kelantan, Malaysia
  • Ashfaqur Rahat Siddique Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE), Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh
  • M. M. Zubaer Department of Nuclear Science & Engineering (NSE), Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), Mirpur Cantonment, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh
  • Wan Mohd Norsani Wan Nik Faculty of Ocean Engineering Technology, Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), 21030, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu, Malaysia

Keywords:

Sustainable solution, Water repellent jute, Shopping bags, Ecologically friendly, Green options

Abstract

This study explored a sustainable solution for creating water-repellent jute fabrics as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic-based shopping bags. After treating jute fibers to a mixture of the agents NUVA N2114 (fluorinated acrylate copolymer), Acetic Acid, and Arkophob DAN (polycarbodiimide-based crosslinking agent), a fabric that repellent water and preserving the natural texture was developed. The fabrics after the treatment passed the spraying test with good results, thus offering a great prospect in the realistic application of the concept of the environmentally friendly textile products. Besides enhancing the application of jute, this study also fosters local farming and green options in the global material sector. It is a small step toward greener choices, using the strength of natural fibers to meet modern needs.

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Published

2025-12-12

How to Cite

Rahman, M. M., Kristy Gourab Sinha, Alif, M. A. R., Md Shamim Hassan, Bin Mohd, M. F., Siddique, A. R., … Wan Mohd Norsani Wan Nik. (2025). Development of Water-Repellent Jute Fabric as a Sustainable Solution for Bag Production. BioResources, 21(1), 1001–1012. Retrieved from https://ojs.bioresources.com/index.php/BRJ/article/view/25027

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 1 (2026)

Section

Research Article or Brief Communication