Nanocellulose: Opening a new era of green intelligence for laundry beads

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In the context of the accelerated transformation of the daily chemical industry towards high performance, low irritation and sustainability, nanocellulose, with its unique nanostructure and bio-based characteristics, is becoming the core material in the field of laundry beads to break through the limitations of traditional formulas. As a nanoscale functional material extracted from natural plant fibers, its diameter is only 5-30 nanometers and its specific surface area is as high as 200-500 m²/g . This characteristic gives it excellent rheological regulation, interface stability and active delivery capabilities, providing technical support for the concentration, functionalization and environmental protection of laundry beads.

1. Core performance advantages of nanocellulose

1. Green and environmentally friendly bio-based properties

Nanocellulose is completely degradable and of natural origin, in line with the global ' microplastic-free ' policy and ' Clean Beauty ' trends. The carbon emissions during its production process are more than 60% lower than those of petroleum-based materials, and it can be completely decomposed Taking an international brand as an example, its laundry beads using nanocellulose composite membranes obtained green certification under the EU carbon tariff policy, and its export volume increased by 60in the soil within a few days after being discarded . 35% year-on-year . This data intuitively demonstrates the commercial value of nanocellulose in the field of environmental protection.

2. Excellent rheological control ability

The nanocellulose colloid system has significant shear thinning characteristics: when left standing, a high yield stress network structure is formed to achieve stable formulation suspension; when used, the viscosity drops sharply under the action of shear force, and the fluidity is increased by 80% . This characteristic allows the laundry beads to maintain 8a twice-concentrated formula while achieving an experience of ' dissolving instantly in water without leaving any residue . ' The thickness of the formula is 40% lower than that of traditional products , and the skin feels lighter. For example, a certain high-end laundry beads add nanocellulose so that the product can still maintain excellent solubility performance in low-temperature environments, solving the problem that traditional products are prone to residue when used in winter.

3. Multifunctional interface stabilization mechanism

Through a three-dimensional network formed by hydrogen bonding and physical entanglement, nanocellulose can physically clamp surfactants, enzyme preparations and flavor particles, maintaining the transparency of the system without the need for additional emulsifiers. In the laundry beads of a well-known brand, the nanocellulose network improves the uniformity of active material dispersion by 90% , and the salt stability reaches 5% NaCl concentration without stratification, which solves the pain point of traditional formulas being easy to precipitate in hard water areas.

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2. Innovative application of nanocellulose in laundry beads

1. Biodegradable outer membrane technology

The outer membrane of traditional laundry beads is mostly made of polyvinyl alcohol ( PVA ), which takes 200more than days to degrade. The nanocellulose composite membrane is oxidatively modified by TEMPO , and carboxyl groups are introduced to enhance hydrophilicity, shortening the dissolution time to 30seconds, and increasing the compressive strength to 20kg/cm² . The nanocellulose / sodium alginate composite membrane developed by a company remains flexible in a low temperature environment This technology not only improves the environmental performance of the product, but also expands the scope of use of the product.of -18°C , breaking through the winter use restrictions in the north.

2. Low temperature and efficient decontamination system

As a carrier, nanocellulose can load biological enzyme preparations such as lipase and protease to form an ' enzyme -cellulose ' nanocomposite. Its high specific surface area doubles the exposure of enzyme active sites 3, and its decontamination power at low temperature of 15°C is 50% higher than that of traditional formulas . Experimental data shows that the nanocellulose composite system has a removal rate of 98.7% and 99.2% for blood stains and oil stains respectively , and reduces the amount of surfactant used For example, a brand launched low-temperature laundry beads that can quickly remove stubborn stains on clothes in low-temperature environments by adding nanocellulose and biological enzymes, meeting consumers' needs for energy saving and efficient cleaning.by 30% .

3. Intelligent fragrance sustained release technology

Through intermolecular forces, nanocellulose can absorb fragrance molecules to form a microcapsule structure. During the washing process, the fiber network stretches with the water flow to achieve a gradient release of fragrance. A brand of laundry beads using this technology 48has extended the fragrance retention time from traditional hours to 7days, and the fragrance utilization rate has increased to 95% , significantly reducing formula costs. Consumer feedback shows that clothes washed with this laundry beads not only retain a long-lasting fragrance, but also continuously release fragrance with body friction during wearing, bringing a pleasant wearing experience.

4. Antibacterial and anti-mildew functionalization

The hydroxyl groups on the surface of nanocellulose can undergo chelation reactions with silver ions, zinc ions, etc. to prepare antibacterial fibers. Adding to the laundry beads has an antibacterial rate of 0.5% nanocellulose / silver composite 99.9% against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli , and it still maintains more than 5090% activity after repeated washings , meeting the high requirements of maternal and infant groups for clothing hygiene. This feature is important for protecting the health of your family, especially for families with infants or the elderly.

3. Market Trends and Industrial Impact

1. Technology iteration driven by policy

The global ' double carbon ' goal promotes the green transformation of the detergent industry. China's 'Laundry Bead Industry Standard' clearly requires that 2026the outer membrane be 100% degradable by the year. As a bio-based material that meets standards, nanocellulose is expected to occupy 202860% of the high-end laundry beads market by 2020 , driving the industry's overall carbon emissions to reduce by 25% . Policy guidance will provide a broad market space for the application of nanocellulose in the field of laundry beads.

2. Consumption upgrade creates new demands

The survey shows that 63% of consumers choose laundry beads because of ' saving time ' , and 48% are concerned about environmental protection attributes. Nanocellulose technology allows the product to achieve the multi-functional integration of ' washing + softening + sterilization + fragrance retention ' in one product , satisfying consumers' dual pursuit of convenience and functionality. The sales volume of a certain brand's four-in-one laundry beads exceeded 50010,000 boxes in the first month after they were launched, with a repurchase rate of 82% . This data fully illustrates consumers' recognition and demand for multi-functional laundry beads.

3. Collaborative innovation in the industrial chain

Upstream companies through a combined enzymatic hydrolysis and mechanical method, -have reduced the production cost of nanocellulose to 810,000 yuan / ton 2020a 60% decrease from the previous year ; midstream formulators have developed nanocellulose -surfactant premixing technology, shortening the production cycle by 40% ; downstream brands have cooperated with smart home companies to launch smart laundry beads whose dosage Collaborative innovation in the industrial chain will further promote the application and development of nanocellulose in the field of laundry beads.can be controlled through mobile APPs .

With its unique performance advantages and wide application prospects, nanocellulose is promoting the development of the laundry beads industry in a green, smart, and efficient direction. For daily chemical companies, mastering nanocellulose technology is not only an inevitable choice in response to environmental protection policies, but also the key to meeting consumer needs and enhancing brand competitiveness. In the future, with the continuous advancement of technology and the continuous expansion of the market, nanocellulose will play a more important role in the field of laundry beads, bringing better products and services to consumers.


Nanjing Tianlu Nano Technology Co., Ltd. is located in Nanjing, the beautiful ancient capital of the Six Dynasties. It specializes in the production, research and development and sales of emerging materials nanocellulose.

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