Soda-AQ pulping of okra stalk

Abstract

In this study, okra stalks were cooked according to soda-AQ pulping process. Fiber dimension and kappa number were determined for resulting pulps. Handsheets were evaluated as to their physical and optical properties, such as density, SR, brightness, opacity, transparency, color, tensile, burst and tear strength. The results show that good pulp can be produced from okra stalk.