Daio Paper has patented a method for producing cellulose nanofibers with superior strength. By refining pulp fibers in a slurry using a high-pressure homogenizer, the method minimizes the decrease in molecular weight of cellulose. The resulting cellulose nanofibers exhibit enhanced properties. GlobalData’s report on Daio Paper gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Method for producing cellulose nanofibers with superior strength
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11905657B2) discloses a method for producing cellulose nanofibers. The method involves pretreating pulp fibers in a slurry and then refining them using a high-pressure homogenizer. Notably, the pretreating step involves coarsely fibrillating the pulp fibers without any chemical treatment. The pulp fibers that undergo pretreating and are subsequently refined have a fines content of 50% or more. Furthermore, the weight average molecular weight of the cellulose nanofibers obtained through the refining process is required to be 65% or more of the weight average molecular weight of the cellulose in the pulp fibers before pretreating.
Additionally, the patent claim specifies that the mode diameter of the cellulose nanofibers in a pseudo-particle size distribution curve should be 40 µm or less. This parameter further refines the process for producing cellulose nanofibers, ensuring a specific size distribution of the resulting nanofibers. By outlining these specific requirements and steps, the patent aims to protect a method that can efficiently produce cellulose nanofibers with desired characteristics, potentially offering advancements in various industries where cellulose nanofibers are utilized.
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