Adhesion improvement of lignocellulosic products by enzymatic pre-treatment

Biotechnol Adv. 2008 Jul-Aug;26(4):379-86. doi: 10.1016/j.biotechadv.2008.04.003. Epub 2008 Apr 20.

Abstract

Enzymatic bonding methods, based on laccase or peroxidase enzymes, for lignocellulosic products such as medium-density fiberboard and particleboard are discussed with reference to the increasing costs of presently used petroleum-based adhesives and the health concerns associated with formaldehyde emissions from current composite products. One approach is to improve the self-bonding properties of the particles by oxidation of their surface lignin before they are fabricated into boards. Another method involves using enzymatically pre-treated lignins as adhesives for boards and laminates. The application of this technology to achieve wet strength characteristics in paper is also reviewed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adhesiveness
  • Enzymes / metabolism*
  • Lignin / metabolism*
  • Paper*
  • Wood / metabolism

Substances

  • Enzymes
  • lignocellulose
  • Lignin