Functional Materials
Unlocking the Future of Biomass: SixRing’s Patented Process for Unparalleled Cellulose Innovations
The SixRing™ proprietary process enables the transformation of sustainable biomass into value-added products including cellulose microfibers, microcrystalline cellulose and nanocellulose for a range of applications.
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Pharma
SixRing™ cellulose can be used as an excipient for tablet manufacturing. Pharmaceutical manufacturing companies use microcrystalline cellulose of defined purity and characteristics of particle size, density and moisture for different applications.
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Cosmetics and Personal Care
Consumers have become more conscious about the ingredients used in cosmetics and personal care products. Consumers increasingly look for natural products and ingredients. SixRing™ cellulose is used as a moisturizing agent, protective agent, thickener, stabilizer, texturing agent and binder.
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Food and Beverage
SixRing™ cellulose is used as a fiber supplement and to increase the fiber content of food. Cellulose can be added to protein and energy drinks. Cellulose is not only a friendly food ingredient for health-conscious individuals but it is also a desirable ingredient for the pet and animal food industry.
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Industrial
SixRing™ cellulose can be used in concrete, paint and coatings. Cellulose is used in cement for mechanical and rheological properties improvements, setting time control, density reduction, and early cracking reduction, among other benefits. In paint and coatings, cellulose can improve rheological and mechanical properties, provide stability to pigment suspensions, and reduce density and cracking.