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CHEMICAL CELLULOSE FROM NON-WOOD BIOMASS

Chemical cellulose or dissolving pulp produced applying sustainable processes from agricultural waste, particularly oil palm biomass, is a valuable raw material for a range of bio-based products. It can potentially be used in various specialised products across different industries.

Key Features

  • 90-98% cellulose content
  • Low impurities (<5%)
  • High brightness (>90% ISO)
  • Uniform molecular weigh distribution

Benefits

  • Versatility - wide range of application. Starting material for cellulose derivatives and regenerated cellulose products.
  • Renewable resource - derived from non wood agricultural waste.
  • Biodegradable - environmentally sustainable

Potential Application

  • Cellulose acetates - film, cigarette tow, acetate yarn & fibre.
  • Cellulose ether - food additives, binder, glue, pharmacy.
  • MCC - pharmaceutical, moulding powder.

Researcher

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Dr. Leh Cheu Peng
Associate Professor
Dr. Leh Cheu Peng
cpleh@usm.my
+604 653 2147
https://indtech.usm.my/cpleh
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Room No. 338, Bioresource Tech., School of Industrial Technology
USM, Pulau Pinang 11800
Degree : Dip.Lab.Tech (USM), BTech (USM), Ph.D (USM); Expertise : Biomass Utilization for value-added products (Pulp, Papermaking and Bioenergy); Cellulose and Fiber Technology; Sustainable Wood and Biomass Processing (Pulping and Bleaching)