MessageThe Power of Cellulose,
by Daicel
Cellulose,
a sustainable product
of a natural cycle
About CelluloseWhat is cellulose?
Cellulose, one of many compounds found in nature, is a polymer that represents one of the main components of plants.
It is easy to obtain, because it is a naturally derived material obtained from trees and plants that grow in abundance.
Its varied properties have a wide range of application, from industrial products to daily necessities and food products.
It is a material that has existed for eons, but in recent years it has been rediscovered as a sustainable resource obtainable from cultivated forests.
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Cellulose, the material that supports plants
The structure of a tree
and the roles of its main components
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Cellulose, a natural resource from the forest
Composition ratio of wood components
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Since ancient times,
cellulose has been used
as a building material,
fiber, and foodstuff.
It has been used to make cotton,
paper, clothing, and food products.
The main properties of cellulose
Cellulose, a natural polymer derived from the plant world, has several diverse properties.
- High strength
- Fibrous composition
- Identification of molecular structures(Optical activity)
- Relatively chemically stable
- Biodegradable
- Absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere during growth phase
- Not soluble in water
- Safe for living organisms
- Easily mixes with water(Hydrophilic)
- Easily mixes with lipids(Lipophilic)
- Recyclable
- Renewable in a cycle shorter than that of petroleum
When processed into fine fibers, powders,
and liquids, cellulose can be processed into various intermediate materials and products.
Its chemical structure can be slightly modified,
and it is widely employed in everyday products,
adding to our comfort and convenience.
※“Daicel‘s cellulose” refers to the materials derived from cellulose and technologies in relation to cellulose developed by Daicel, who has been handling cellulose for over a century, leveraging its accumulated knowledge and experience to harness the characteristics of cellulose to create new values.