Enhancing the Properties of Latex-based Coatings with Carboxylated Cellulose Nanocrystals
Water-based polymerization methods, such as emulsion polymerization, offer improved sustainability by reducing or eliminating volatile organic compound use.1 The US paints and coatings market has exhibited a yearly increase in demand, with the waterborne segment leading the largest market share. The demand for eco-friendly products is expected to positively impact market growth in the coming years.2 Both academia and industry have shown interest in cellulose nanocrystals (CNC), derived from biological sources, typically using sulfuric acid hydrolysis.