Hemp Fiber Extraction and Products Using Green Degumming

A method for degumming plant fibers without petrochemical-based synthetic chemicals by using a natural oils/waxes and minerals. The method includes cutting fibers into strips of specified lengths and washing the strips in baths of a non-petrochemical synthetic oil/wax and lye, citric acid mixed with...

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1. Verfasser: Isele, Olaf
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Zusammenfassung:A method for degumming plant fibers without petrochemical-based synthetic chemicals by using a natural oils/waxes and minerals. The method includes cutting fibers into strips of specified lengths and washing the strips in baths of a non-petrochemical synthetic oil/wax and lye, citric acid mixed with water, and lye mixed with water. After each of the baths, the strips are rinsed with water, either deionized or distilled. Some of the washing steps may be performed at cooking temperatures. The method includes drying, opening, and cleaning the fibers.