CigaPaper : Utilization of Cigaratte Butt Waste as an Alternative Raw Material Eco-Friendly Paper Production

Meitriana Nurelifah | Indonesia

CigaPaper : Utilization of Cigaratte Butt Waste as an Alternative Raw Material Eco-Friendly Paper Production

Meitriana Nurelifah

Indonesia

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Cigarette butts are one of the most common solid wastes polluting the environment, as they contain hazardous chemicals and are difficult to decompose naturally. This research aims to utilize cigarette butt waste as an alternative raw material for eco-friendly paper production. The paper-making process includes cleaning, soaking to neutralize harmful substances, crushing, molding, and drying to produce paper sheets. The results indicate that cigarette butts can be processed into paper