Cellulose materials with high light transmittance and high haze

Abstract

Cellulose is a glucose-based macromolecular polymer that is insoluble in water and most organic solvents. It makes up over half of the carbon content in the plant kingdom and it is the most abundant polysaccharide found in nature. With the gradual depletion of non-renewable resources and growing environmental problems, the research of cellulosic materials has become one of the most pressing concerns for scientists. In recent years, cellulose composite film with high transmittance and tunable haze has attracted increasing attention, which has potential applications in flexible lighting and displays, anti-reflection and anti-glare coatings, etc. In this article, the latest progress in recent years in the preparation and applications of cellulose materials with high light transmittance and high haze was reviewed. An overview of applications of cellulose materials with high light transmittance and high haze was discussed, including nano cellulose films, regenerated cellulose films, cellulose derivative films and others.