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Potentiality of Dracaena Trifasciata Fibers as a Sustainable Raw Material for Paper Bag Production

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  • Julian Rodel Baynosa

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Jack Sarilla

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Greacil Jane Ceniza

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Janneth Gungob

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Irish Jayne Mantos

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Yhancy Kate Panuncialman

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Noha Ramos

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Daphne Jane Tusoy

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

  • Aires Jean E. Duave

    (Lantapan National High School – Senior High School, Poblacion, Lantapan, Bukidnon, Philippines)

Abstract

This study evaluates the feasibility of Dracaena trifasciata (snake plant) fibers as an alternative raw material for eco-friendly paper bag production. A descriptive–experimental design was employed to compare fabricated paper bags with commercial counterparts in terms of biodegradability, water absorption, tensile strength, and dimensional properties. Results indicate that snake plant-based paper bags exhibit faster biodegradation (5 days) than commercial paper bags (7 days), while maintaining comparable water absorption. Notably, tensile strength was significantly higher for the experimental group (M = 2.55) than the commercial group (M = 1.25), with statistical significance (p < 0.05) and a very large effect size. These findings suggest that D. trifasciata fibers are a viable, sustainable, and high-performance alternative for packaging applications. The study contributes to the advancement of non-wood fiber utilization in sustainable materials science.

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  • Julian Rodel Baynosa & Jack Sarilla & Greacil Jane Ceniza & Janneth Gungob & Irish Jayne Mantos & Yhancy Kate Panuncialman & Noha Ramos & Daphne Jane Tusoy & Aires Jean E. Duave, 2026. "Potentiality of Dracaena Trifasciata Fibers as a Sustainable Raw Material for Paper Bag Production," International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, RSIS International, vol. 15(3), pages 1071-1079, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjf:ijltem:v:15:y:2026:i:3:a:2255
    DOI: 10.51583/IJLTEMAS.2026.150300092
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