Cellulose nanocrystals from agriculture and forestry biomass: synthesis methods, characterization and industrial applications
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Nizamuddin, Sabzoi
Xu, Jia
Vancov, Tony
Chen, Chengrong
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Agricultural and forestry biomass wastes, often discarded or burned without adequate management, lead to significant environmental harm. However, cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), derived from such biomass, have emerged as highly promising materials due to their unique properties, including high tensile strength, large surface area, biocompatibility, and renewability. This review provides a detailed analysis of the lignocellulosic composition, as well as the elemental and proximate analysis of different biomass sources. These assessments help determine the yield and characteristics of CNCs. Detailed discussion of CNC synthesis methods -ranging from biomass pretreatment to hydrolysis techniques such as acid, mineral, solid acid, ionic liquid, and enzymatic methods—are provided. The key physical, chemical, and thermal properties of CNCs are also highlighted, particularly in relation to their industrial applications. Recommendations for future research emphasize the need to optimize CNC synthesis processes, identify suitable biomass feedstocks, and explore new industrial applications.
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Qureshi, SS; Nizamuddin, S; Xu, J; Vancov, T; Chen, C, Cellulose nanocrystals from agriculture and forestry biomass: synthesis methods, characterization and industrial applications, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2024