Method for enhancing the softness of paper-based products

A method for softening a paper-based product, such as facial tissues, bath tissues, paper towels, etc., is provided. In particular, the method of the present invention includes exposing a cellulosic fibrous material to ionizing radiation (e.g., electron beam radiation). It is believed that the ioniz...

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Hauptverfasser:	ROSS RUSSELL F, LAU JARK C
Format:	Patent
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	IMPREGNATING OR COATING OF PAPER PAPER NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR PAPER-MAKING PREPARATION THEREOF NOT COVERED BY SUBCLASSES D21C OR D21D PRODUCTION OF CELLULOSE PULP COMPOSITIONS TEXTILES TREATMENT OF FINISHED PAPER NOT COVERED BY CLASS B31 OR SUBCLASS D21G
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Zusammenfassung:	A method for softening a paper-based product, such as facial tissues, bath tissues, paper towels, etc., is provided. In particular, the method of the present invention includes exposing a cellulosic fibrous material to ionizing radiation (e.g., electron beam radiation). It is believed that the ionizing radiation induces vibrational forces throughout the cellulosic fibrous structure, thereby disrupting hydrogen bonds between adjacent fibers and opening the crystalline structure of the material to result in a softer product.