Hydrophobic nanocellulose for sustainable self-cleaning coatings
Innotech Materials presents hydrophobic nanocellulose coatings, combining fatty acids for sustainable, self-cleaning surfaces. These coatings offer high water repellency and barrier properties, suitable for non-toxic, biodegradable applications.
Overview
Innotech Materials introduces an innovative hydrophobic nanocellulose coating, enhanced with fatty acids for improved self-cleaning and stain prevention. This cutting-edge technology leverages a catalytic process to produce nanocellulose with superior hydrophobicity, making it ideal for sustainable, biodegradable coatings. The incorporation of renewable biomass materials results in coatings that are both environmentally friendly and effective against stains and moisture.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Water contact angle up to 142 degrees, nearing super hydrophobicity
- Excellent barrier properties with a WVTR of 10 g/(m2 day) and an OTR of 30 cc/(m2. day. atm)
- Long-term stability with no change in properties over two years at room temperature
- Comparable performance to synthetic polymers like PE and PET
- Utilizes renewable materials like nanocellulose and fatty acids
Technology readiness level
This technology is currently at TRL 5, indicating that it has been validated in a relevant environment. Future studies are planned to enhance its application on ceramics and explore additional properties.
About Innotech Materials, LLC
Innotech Materials, LLC is a startup company specializing in the development and production of functional nanocellulose and cellulosic nanomaterials. The company focuses on advancing sustainable technology by creating materials with tailored solubility and chemical properties for diverse industrial applications. Its technology platform includes various forms of modified nanocellulose, such as carboxy methyl nanocellulose, ethyl nanocellulose, and methyl nanocellulose, which are engineered to exhibit specific characteristics like hydrophobicity or amphiphilicity. By manipulating these properties, the company produces solutions that serve as functional ingredients in high-performance materials and complex chemical formulations.
These advanced materials are primarily targeted toward applications in sectors such as biosurfactants, bioplastics, pharmaceutical coatings, and agriculture. For example, the company has developed nanocellulose-based complexes for use as water-soluble, controlled-release fertilizers and soil conditioners that improve nutrient supply and soil moisture retention. These products are designed to offer environmental benefits while providing functional performance improvements in industrial manufacturing and material technologies. The company operates as a startup and engages in collaborative innovation to integrate its materials into commercial products.
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