The fully bio-based bilayered flame retardant treatment for paper via natural bio-materials
2024

Bio-based Flame Retardant Treatment for Paper

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Author Information

Author(s): Sun Zhihao, Liu Xinlong, Hu Qiaosheng, Zhao Qing, Qi Xuyao, Xu Fei, Li Jingxian, Ma Zhongfei

Primary Institution: Jiangsu University

Hypothesis

Can a bilayered flame retardant treatment using natural biomaterials enhance the fire resistance of wood-based paper?

Conclusion

The study demonstrates that a bilayered flame retardant coating significantly improves the flame retardancy of wood-based paper.

Supporting Evidence

  • The limiting oxygen index of treated paper increased from 19.07% to 24.00%.
  • The thermogravimetric analysis showed an increase in residual char yield from 23.80% to 38.10%.
  • The cone calorimeter test showed a 50% reduction in peak and total heat release rates for treated paper.

Takeaway

This study shows how a special coating made from natural materials can help paper resist catching fire.

Methodology

The study used a self-assembly method to create a bilayered coating on paper using mixed starch, adenosine triphosphate, and phytic acid.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3389/fchem.2024.1503694

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