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Diversified Jute Products
Developed by Bangladesh Jute Research Institute

BJRI has developed a variety of jute-based products, in order to broaden the market for jute products.

1. Jute shopping bag: Jute shopping bag produced following special spinning technique using

low count jute yarn developed by BJRI. It is comparatively light weight, low cost,

biodegradable and can be used as a substitute of polythene bags. See Picture.

2. Jute blankets: Blankets produced from jute are strong and warm. They are not affected by

moths, and cheaper than cotton, woolen or synthetic blankets. See Picture.

3. Novotex Fabrics: The fabrics are made from jute and cotton. Novotex fabrics are strong,

durable, light- and colour fast, attractive and cheap. They are suitable for apparels and

upholstery. They are also excellent for travel kits, school bags, handbags, shopping bags etc. See Picture.

4. Wool-substitute soft jute yarn: Jute yarn is processed to have a wool-like look and feel. It

can be used to make sweaters, cardigan, scarves, socks etc. It is much warmer and cheaper

than wool. See Picture.

5. Micro crystalline cellulose (M.C.C.): This is a non-fibrous form of cellulose. It is used in the

pharmaceutical industry, and as thickener in printing paste for the textile industry.

6. Fireproof jute fabrics: These fabrics meet the requirements of flame-proof fabrics according

to international standards. They are suitable for all specialized uses wherever fire proofing or

insulation is desirable.

7. Jute geo-textiles: These textiles are flexible, foldable, not very

biodegradable, and water-resistant in nature, particularly suitable for rain-fed,

flood-prone climatic conditions. They can be used as geo-technical engineering products like

fiber drains.