Cellulose Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastics

The Materials Group offers cellulose fiber-reinforced polypropylene (PP) to meet ever-increasing sustainability and performance standards.

Made from natural wood materials, cellulose fiber is suitable as a replacement for other fillers like talc and glass, with application in a wide range of industries. TMG blends cellulose fiber-reinforced polypropylene formulations that meet the technical requirements of our customers’ unique applications while increasing use of recyclable and sustainable materials.

Learn more about cellulose fiber-reinforced thermoplastics below or contact TMG  for assistance with your unique application.

CELLULOSE WOOD

CELLULOSE FIBER

CELLULOSE PP CONCENTRATE

 

Cellulose Fiber Application Examples

• Automotive interior components
• Paper
• Textiles
• Insulation
• Consumer electronics
• Furniture
• Packaging
• Industrial appliances
• Kitchenware

Cellulose Fiber Benefits

• Sustainable paper by-product
• Potential weight reduction
• Good weathering performance with a resin rich application surface
• Excellent scratch and mar performance
• Natural matte surface appearance
• Derived from responsibly managed and controlled forests

Cellulose Fiber Properties

• Natural renewable bio-based fiber
• Allows for lower processing temperatures potentially reducing cycle times
• Very low density compared to typical fillers like talc and glass

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Contact TMG for assistance in the development of polypropylene materials that enhance recyclability and sustainability.