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The study evaluates the potential of corn husk and corncob as sustainable alternatives to plastic utensils, focusing on their physical and mechanical properties. Formulation D (35g corn husk and 45g corncob) was found to be the most acceptable, showing promise in durability and usability, although no significant statistical differences were noted among the formulations. Recommendations include enhancing production processes and exploring commercialization opportunities.

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The study evaluates the potential of corn husk and corncob as sustainable alternatives to plastic utensils, focusing on their physical and mechanical properties. Formulation D (35g corn husk and 45g corncob) was found to be the most acceptable, showing promise in durability and usability, although no significant statistical differences were noted among the formulations. Recommendations include enhancing production processes and exploring commercialization opportunities.

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The Ability of Corn Husk and Corncob a an

Alternative Wooden Utensils

Proponents:

Avenir, Moana Marie R.


Baloro, Nino A.
Bellato, Garry Jr. M.
Capuyan, Christian Jay D.
Gayo, Angeline R.
Jaca, Anthony C.
Latoy, Mark Dhonald E.
Lubat, Kloiz Darrel
Manatad, Hans Endrie B
Publico, Jerecho S.
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
• Plastic utensils contribute to global waste due to non-biodegradability.
• Corn husk and corncob are agricultural by-products with potential as
sustainable alternatives.
• This study aims to evaluate their viability for producing wooden utensils.
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
1.What is the level of physical and mechanical properties of utensils made from cornhusk & corncob in terms of:
Physical
1.1 Surface Texture
1.2 Color
1.3 Moisture Absorption
Mechanical
1.4 Tensile Strength
1.5. Machinability
1.6 Impact Resistance
2. What is the optimum formulation for transforming corn husk and corncob into functional spoon and fork?
2.1. Treatment 0: Control Sample (Traditional Wooden Utensil)
2.2. Treatment 1: Corn Husk 50g, Corncob 50g, NaOH 5ml, Water 50ml, Non Toxic resin 15ml
2.3. Treatment 2: Corn Husk 50g, Corncob 30g, NaOH 5ml, Water 50ml, Non Toxic resin 15ml
2.4. Treatment 3: Corn Husk 30g, Corncob 50g, NaOH 5ml, Water 50ml, Non Toxic resin
2.5. Treatment 4: Corn Husk 35g, Corncob 45g , NaOH 5ml, Water 50ml, Non Toxic resin 15ml
3. Is there a significant difference between the four formulations?
METHODOLOGY

Research Design : True Experimental

• Sampling: Purposive and Convenience

• Locale: Kananga (production), ACLC Ormoc (survey)

• Respondents: 50 HM students

• Instrument: Modified Likert-scale survey


RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

• Formulation D (35g husk, 45g cob) was most acceptable.

• Highest ratings in durability, usability, and aesthetics.

• Kruskal-Wallis showed no significant statistical differences (p > 0.05).

• However, formulation D had best practical feedback.


CONCLUSIONS

• Corn husk and corncob are viable alternatives to wooden utensils.

• Formulation D achieved acceptable scores in both physical and mechanical


properties.
• Differences were not statistically significant but showed practical promise.
RECOMMENDATIONS

• Enhance molding and curing processes.


• Standardize formulation ratios.
• Test other types of utensils.
• Explore scaling up for commercialization .
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• Thompson, R. C., & Moore, C. J. (2019). Biodegradable materials and their role in sustainability.
Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B, 364(1526), 2153–2166.
• Cabaling, T. E., Flores, J. D., & Ramirez, C. F. (2020). Sustainable utensils from corn husk and corncob: A
green alternative to wooden products. Journal of Sustainable Manufacturing, 6(4), 210–225.
• Nanda, S., & Bhowmik, S. (2010). Renewable resources for sustainable materials: A review of alternatives
to petroleum-based plastics. Green Chemistry Institute Press
• Pinto, J., Aguiar, J., & Paiva, A. (2012). Corn cob as a potential alternative for building insulation materials.
Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies, 3(4), 112–126.
• Prasetiyo, K. W., Sari, R. K., & Sudarmanto, A. (2011). Utilization of corn husk waste for particleboard
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