Effects of cellulose nanofibrils and starch compared with polyacrylamide on fundamental properties of pulp and paper

Influence of alkali treated cellulose nanoparticles filled starch-based bioplastic films and their effect on thermal and mechanical properties

“…In recent years, much awareness has been created in developing eco-friendly biodegradable materials to mitigate environmental damage, pollution and preserve natural resources. 1,2 Amylose/amylopectin-based starch polymers, lignocellulosic based plant fibers, poly(lactic) acid, chitin/chitosan-based polymers, etc. have gained prominent importance in the class of biodegradable polymeric materials.…”

Cellulose Nanofibers/Pectin/Pomegranate Extract Nanocomposite as Antibacterial and Antioxidant Films and Coating for Paper

“…The well-known unique properties of CNFs such as the high specific surface area, the nanometer wide and micrometer length dimensions, the combination of unique intrinsic mechanical strength with good flexibility properties, and the ability of strong hydrogen bonding along the nanofibers or with other different matrices motivate their application in different areas including papermaking. CNFs can improve mechanical, barrier (air, moisture, oil, and thermal), and printability properties, and reduce paper weight products [ 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 ]. Nevertheless, due to the negative effect of CNFs on the drainage of water during paper sheet formation as a result of their very small size, very high water holding capacity, and ability to fill empty spaces between the pulp fibers and clog pores of the wet web [ 27 , 29 , 30 ], applying CNFs as a surface coating after paper sheet formation instead of applying them as a paper additive has resulted in increasing interest for improving paper properties and the production of novel paper products [ 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 ].…”

“…CNFs can improve mechanical, barrier (air, moisture, oil, and thermal), and printability properties, and reduce paper weight products [ 21 , 22 , 23 , 24 , 25 , 26 , 27 , 28 ]. Nevertheless, due to the negative effect of CNFs on the drainage of water during paper sheet formation as a result of their very small size, very high water holding capacity, and ability to fill empty spaces between the pulp fibers and clog pores of the wet web [ 27 , 29 , 30 ], applying CNFs as a surface coating after paper sheet formation instead of applying them as a paper additive has resulted in increasing interest for improving paper properties and the production of novel paper products [ 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 37 , 38 ]. Usually, paper coating materials are used in very small quantities and applied as a very thin layer, yet they bring about significant effects on paper properties.…”

Effects of ε‐polylysine and chitosan functionalization on pulp board properties for food packaging

“…It is of great significance to integrate antibacterial agents into pulp board food packaging containers to resist food spoilage and maintain the freshness of food for a long period. [12][13][14] As a natural antibacterial agent, ε-PL was widely used because of its non-toxicity, easy availability, high antibacterial performance and easy functionalization. 15 The molecular structure of ε-PL contains a large number of cations, indicating its strong antibacterial ability.…”

“…Compared with plastic materials, pulp board has the advantages of low production cost, good biodegradability and abundant supply of sources. It is of great significance to integrate antibacterial agents into pulp board food packaging containers to resist food spoilage and maintain the freshness of food for a long period 12–14 …”