Cellulose nanocrystals (CNC) and cellulose nanofibers (CNF) are refined from wood. Their renewable nature and their unique properties make them interesting materials for a wide range of applications.
The high tensile strength and good biocompatibility make it suitable for many applications ranging from paper, food and sanitary products to all kinds of reinforcement and filler materials.
Although nanocellulose is touted as a “bionanomaterial,” CNC in a dry frozen state is particularly respirable, which makes it a potential health hazard. Although some older studies have seemed to disprove the harmful effects of nanocellulose, some newer research has shown potentially adverse effects.
Badges can be worn by employees to monitor personal exposure, as well as placed in specific locations within a facility to monitor release. Each badge is about the size and weight of a phone, so it is easy to wear throughout the workday. There is a small opening that allows air to flow through to the filtration slide.