Surface modifications of oil palm mesocarp fiber by superheated steam, alkali, and superheated steam-alkali for biocomposite applications

In this work, surface modifications of oil palm mesocarp fiber were carried out by using superheated steam, alkali, and consecutive superheated steam-alkali treatments, aiming at modification of fiber’s surface for biocomposite applications. The chemical compositions of fiber were modified after tre...

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Main Authors: Then, Yoon Yee, Ibrahim, Nor Azowa, Zainuddin, Norhazlin, Ariffin, Hidayah, Wan Yunus, Wan Md. Zin, Chieng, Buong Woei
Format: Article
Published: North Carolina State University 2014