Cocoa Pod Waste Could Provide a Sustainable Concrete Retarder
Researchers are investigating the use of cocoa pod husk extract as a sustainable, bio-based concrete retarder. The study aims to replace petrochemical-based additives with agricultural waste to improve construction sustainability.
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Finding eco-friendly alternatives for construction materials is critical for reducing the carbon footprint of the global building industry.
Ask our AI Assistant Search Menu Posted in | News | Materials and Engineering Cocoa Pod Waste Could Provide a Sustainable Concrete Retarder Download PDF Copy Add AZoBuild on Google as a preferred source By Dr. Noopur Jain Reviewed by Sarah Kelly Aug 5 2026 *Important notice: This news reports on an unedited version of an accepted paper and is awaiting final editing. Therefore, the paper should not be regarded as conclusive or treated as established information.
In a recent article published in the journal Scientific Reports , researchers investigated the potential of cocoa pod husk extract as a sustainable, bio-based concrete retarder to improve setting time and workability while maintaining mechanical performance.
This research addresses the need for sustainable and bio-based alternatives to petrochemical concrete admixtures, focusing specifically on retarding admixtures that regulate cement hydration and setting time.
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