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  • Environmental Science
  • Green Chemistry

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  • Growing environmental concerns necessitate sustainable alternatives to synthetic materials for oil-water separation.
  • Cellulose-based absorbents are eco-friendly but require enhanced hydrophobicity for efficient oil-water separation applications.
  • Developing biodegradable materials is crucial for addressing pollution and promoting circular economy principles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To hydrophobize cellulose-based sorbents derived from Kraft and BCTMP pulps.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of silanization and AKD techniques in enhancing hydrophobic properties.
  • To assess the performance of modified cellulose sorbents in oil-water separation and water vapor absorption.

Main Methods:

  • Cellulose-based sorbents were prepared from Kraft and BCTMP pulps.
  • Hydrophobization was achieved using silanization with methyltrimethoxysilane (MTMOS), n-octyltriethoxysilane (NTES), and N-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-aminopropyltrimethoxysilane (AATMS), and alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) techniques.
  • Water contact angles, water sorption capacity, oil sorption capacity, and water vapor absorption were measured.

Main Results:

  • Successfully imparted hydrophobic properties with water contact angles between 120° and 140°.
  • Significantly reduced water sorption capacity to below 1 g/g while maintaining high oil sorption capacity (19-28 g/g).
  • MTMOS- and AATMS-silanized samples showed the most substantial reduction in water vapor absorption (3-6%).

Conclusions:

  • Hydrophobized cellulose-based sorbents demonstrate significant potential as sustainable materials for oil-water separation.
  • These materials offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional synthetic sorbents, contributing to cleaner water treatment solutions.
  • The study highlights the efficacy of silanization techniques in tailoring cellulose properties for environmental remediation applications.