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Biotechnological Approaches and Policy Frameworks for Sustainable Management of Cosmetic Waste in India
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This review classifies physical, chemical, and biological treatment technologies for cosmetic waste in India and calls for stronger regulatory enforcement and integrated approaches, given that cosmetic waste contains complex hazardous components including microplastics, heavy metals, and synthetic polymers.
Cosmetic waste is a toxic waste from the ever-evolving cosmetics and personal care market, that threatens environmental and health problems with complex components containing heavy metals, surfactants, preservatives, microplastics, and synthetic polymers. It classifies present treatment technologies into physical (filtration, sedimentation, adsorption), chemical (coagulation-flocculation, oxidation, advanced oxidation processes), and biological (aerobic digestion, enzyme-based approaches, constructed wetlands) options, highlighting the demand for more integrated and sustainable solutions. Key issues like insufficient biodegradability, lack of regulatory enforcement, and improper waste segregation are reported. Comparative regulatory frameworks around the world of USA, EU, and China are discussed with the existing legal provisions of India under CPCB and MoEFCC. The review also discusses emerging circular economy initiatives, resource recovery, biochar generation, nanotechnology, and collaborations within the industry (PPP).
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