Ebook: Nanocellulose in Paper and Board

This e-book examines the latest progress in nanocellulose for use in paper and board. It provides information on structure and properties, raw materials, production and characterization methods, surface treatment, and applications in paper, board and high-strength composites.

Cellulose has great potential as a nanomaterial as it's abundant, renewable and biodegradable. It can be used in paper for its superior strength properties and can also be used as a wet-end additive to enhance retention in coating and packaging applications. Nanocellulose can form transparent films with excellent barrier properties, allowing it to be competitive with petroleum-based plastics in food packaging. Due to its reinforcing properties, nanocellulose can also be used in bio-composites and other matrix materials.