Cracking the Code to MFC / NFC
Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC), also known as nanofibrillated cellulose (NFC), represents a groundbreaking biomaterial with transformative potential across diverse applications. It has shown promise as a strengthening agent, viscosifier, and emulsion stabilizer, thanks to its unique high-surface-area structure. These properties have unlocked opportunities in industries ranging from packaging to personal care.
Despite its vast potential, MFC's adoption has been hindered by a persistent challenge: its propensity for self-adherence. To mitigate this, MFC must traditionally be stored with 90–98% water content, resulting in inflated packaging and shipping costs and creating significant logistical hurdles. The inefficiency associated with its transportation has constrained scalability and broader adoption, limiting the material's revolutionary possibilities.
To address this, a proprietary additive formulation has been developed to enable MFC to be dried into a high-solids form. This dried version can be rehydrated on demand, restoring its original structure and performance without compromise. By eliminating the need for excessive water content during storage and shipping, this advancement paves the way for practical, scalable, and sustainable use of MFC.
This breakthrough redefines the logistics and accessibility of MFC, offering a cost-effective solution to one of the most critical barriers in biomaterials science. As industries continue to explore the potential of sustainable materials, solving such foundational challenges is vital to unlocking their full impact.
This innovation represents a pivotal step forward in the development of MFC, laying the groundwork for broader adoption and catalyzing the future of sustainable material science.
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Founder and CEO, Bioastra Technologies Inc.
3wIt was a great discussion - very different starting points but ultimately converging on our common goal. Looking forward to more synergies in 2025