Characterization of Cosmetics Industry Wastewater and Treatment by Coagulation-Flocculation Process
May 2025
in “
Afyon Kocatepe University Journal of Sciences and Engineering
”
Studysummary The researchers monitored various pollutants in real cosmetics industry wastewater and reported high removal efficiencies for parameters like Chemical Oxygen Demand and heavy metals through coagulation-flocculation, yet suggested that more effective COD treatment alternatives are necessary to better protect the environment and human health. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
The study examines the treatment of cosmetics industry wastewater, which contains pollutants like heavy metals that can lead to health issues such as cancer and hair loss. Conducted in the Gebze Organized Industrial Zone, the research analyzed various parameters and used the coagulation-flocculation process, achieving significant removal efficiencies for several pollutants. However, the study highlights the need for further research into alternative treatment methods to enhance COD removal and better address heavy metal contamination to protect environmental and human health.
