Paper

Paper Currency Pulp is the main ingredient in the papermaking process. Pulp can be made from a variety of materials: wood pulp, recycled paper, cotton, flax, straw, and bamboo.

Applications

Paper is a critical part of life found almost everywhere.

  • Building and automotive applications include car insulation, tar paper, flooring, counter top laminates and gypsum wall board.
  • Office supplies of writing paper, envelopes, receipts, checks, etc.
  • Recreational uses can include playing cards, coloring books, photographs, board games, kites and party favors to name a few.
  • Household items like facial and bath tissue, sponges, disposable diapers, paper plates and cups, wallpaper.
  • Medical items include bandages, surgical gowns and masks, gauze, etc.

Related Links

TAPPI - Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry
MatWeb - Materials Property Database

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