Comparison Of Eco-Enzyme Effectiveness of Lime Peel Waste (Citrus Aurantifolia L.) And Pineapple Peel (Ananas Comosus L.) As A Floor Cleaning Liquid

Abstract

Organic waste produced by household activities is quite large. One way to process organic waste by making eco-enzyme products. Eco-enzyme is a complex solution resulting from the fermentation of fresh waste (fruit and vegetable peels), brown sugar as molasses, and water. By making eco-enzymes we have processed most of the waste and reduced chemical waste products. The research was conducted from February 10 to March 20, 2024. This study uses a quantitative method using a pseudo-experimental design. The samples used were lime peel and pineapple peel. With 16 repetitions of the treatment. The data was analyzed using the t-test for independent samples. The results showed a decrease to an average value of pH 2.65, an average TDS value of 1248,125 mg/L, and an average value of 978.81 ml volume. Results of organoleptic tests on Eco-enzyme Lime Peel (Citrus Aurantifolia L.) for the aroma smelled of sour lime fruit and the color obtained was cloudy brown). Meanwhile, the results of Eco-enzyme Pineapple Peel (Ananas Comosus L.) decreased to an average value of pH 2.57, an average value of TDS of 1212.5 mg/L, an average value of 970 ml and the results of organoleptic tests on the smell of pineapple fruit and the color obtained was cloudy brown. There is a difference in Eco-enzyme from lime peel and pineapple peel which can be seen from the pH and TDS tests. For floor cleaners, both get clean, non-slippery, and non-sticky floor results. So Eco-enzyme from this ingredient can be used in everyday life.