Regenerated Cellulose Membrane and Its Added Value: A Review

Due to the increasing availability of environmentally friendly materials for various economic institutions, now biopolymer materials are not a foreign alternative to replace synthetic polymers. The processing of the chemical properties of cellulose is one of the steps towards sustainability that can meet the needs of a market for sustainable natural resources. Cellulose was proven to cultivate low production costs, non -toxic, easy to process, and a variety of products generated from it. Among its products are regenerated cellulose membranes (RCM), threads, hydrogels, and aerogels. However, the limitations of products regenerated from cellulose especially RCM required pysical dan chemical modification and other additives to enhance its functionality. Among RCM additives such as chitosan, silver nanoparticles and graphene oxide impart different properties according to industry requirements. Therefore, the main focus of this study was to study the value-added benefits of processed RCM as well as its effectiveness in terms of physical, mechanical, chemical, antibacterial and biodegradable properties. Furthermore, the application of RCM has been modified to industries particularly medicine, agriculture and waste water treatments are further evaluated.