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Mussel Shells Revolutionize Sustainable Denim Sandblasting

12/18/2025

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Researchers at the University of the Basque Country developed a sustainable sandblasting material from discarded mussel shells that outperforms garnet sand in denim abrasion.
The mussel shell grit is less brittle, requires less material, and yields a desirable finish on jeans.
This innovation addresses environmental concerns and supports a circular economy by repurposing waste.
The study, published in the Journal of Cleaner Production, notes potential applications in other industries.

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Story summary

Researchers at the University of the Basque Country developed a sustainable sandblasting material from discarded mussel shells that outperforms garnet sand in denim abrasion.
The mussel shell grit is less brittle, requires less material, and yields a desirable finish on jeans.
This innovation addresses environmental concerns and supports a circular economy by repurposing waste.
The study, published in the Journal of Cleaner Production, notes potential applications in other industries.