Innovation Catalogue National Innovation Foundation
Beauty Care Umbrella
Innovator: Mr. Dulal Choudhury IPR Status: Patent pending PIC: Received
Incubation Assistance National Innovation Foundation (NIF)
(A body supported by Dept. of Science & Technology, Govt. of India) www.nifindia.org 
Description Category:Consumer durables

A durable, stain free, water proof umbrella produced from muga silk, having a pleasing golden shine which illuminates skin colour and provides protection from UV radiations up to 80 % (laboratory approved) against 40% offered by conventional umbrellas. An Indian Patent has been awarded to the Innovation.

Feature:
Beauty Care Umbrella
Performance parameters

Protection from UV (80%) and rain illuminates skin

Price/ cost /bill of materials (in USD)

12 (1 USD=45 INR).

Bench marking (technical and market)

Cost efficient, envoirnment and health friendly.

Technical Specifications
Weight

300 gms.

Materials Used

Muga Silk produced in Assam, specially processed for this purpose (worldwide known as King of Silk, found only in Brahamputra Valley)

Opportunities
  • Application: An umbrella for protection from rain and sun light
  • Alternate application: Material for garden, umbrellas, shirts & caps
  • Opportunities: Across the globe especially in places with high tense of sunshine
Utility

An umbrella providing protection from UV radiations up to 80%.

Technology Status Ready to Market / License
For business enquiries please contact: National Coordinator - Business Development,National Innovation Foundation
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