The global market potential for rheological modifiers are large, and nanocellulose has the potential to take important market shares. Therefore, it is of high importance to understand how rheology properties can be affected when nanocellulose dispersions are included. Since the cellulose nanofibrils is used in specific multicomponent systems, at more or less harsh conditions, it is also necessary to understand the complex interactions between CNF and the other product components in the multicomponent systems.<br/>Examples of multicomponent systems which will be described in this presentation, is for use in the very different industrial application areas; foodstuffs and structural building materials. In foodstuffs, cellulose nanofibrils are suggested as a fat replacer, while still maintaining the consumer acceptance with regard to texture and mouth feeling. In structural building materials, cellulose nanofibrils can be used to increase the toughness of the material and reduce the brittleness.

Nanocellulose as a rheology modifier for use in industrial applications

2019 Spring National Meeting

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