Description
OCNC is produced from cellulose fibers using oxidation process followed by a mechanical treatment.
•Properties/Content:
•Name: Oxidized Cellulose Nanocrystal (OCNC)
•pH ≈ 7
•Purity: ≥99.9%
•DP: 200- 500
•Formula: (C6H10O5)n
•Crystallinity: 75-85 %
•Aspect ratio: 20-60
•Crystallite size: 4-6 nm
•Thermal stability: 240 ͦ C
•Solvent: Deionized water
•Source: Softwoods
•Preservative: Methanol (0.1%)
•Nanocrsyal diameter: 3-10 nm
•Production method: chemo-mechanical