Developing a citrus bio-enzyme-based detergent for efficient industrial kitchen grease removal

Eco-friendly detergent composite was developed to address the environmental and health hazards associated with conventional dishwashing detergents. Utilization of green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles from P. guajava and A. indica leaves and by incorporation of bio-enzymes, the detergent reduced the use of harmful chemicals. The synthesized nanoparticles showed a size of 20 nm and the composite solutions indicated a negative zeta potential due to the surrounding phytochemicals. These compositions when applied to grease indicated that the grease-removing ability was 40% higher in compositions that used nanoparticles in comparison with bioenzymes alone and thus suggested a safer, more sustainable alternative to traditional products. In addition, the nanoparticle composition showed significant antibacterial properties that provided both cleaning and disinfecting functions. The present approach thereby mitigated the environmental impact and health risks from chemical exposure and advanced the greener household solutions.