We offer a wide range of lignosulfonate products for industrial applications. Our products originate from the EU and impress with their quality and versatility.
Lignosulfonates are used in various industries:
Our lignosulfonate products are delivered as brown powder in 25 kg paper bags on 1,250 kg pallets.
In addition to the products listed, we offer other modified lignosulfonates tailored to specific requirements. For detailed information and safety data sheets, please feel free to contact us.
Trust in our expertise in the import and export of lignosulfonates to reliably and efficiently meet your needs!
| Product | C12 | N18 |
| Dry Matter % | Ø 95.0 +/- 2 | Ø 95.0 +/- 2 |
| Solubility % | Ø > 99.0 | – |
| pH Value | 5.2 +/- 0.5 | 7.5 – 9.0 |
| Ash % | Ø 5.5 | Ø 21 |
| Calcium % | Ø 3.0 | – |
| Ammoniacal Nitrogen % | Ø 2.8 | – |
| Sodium % | – | Ø 7.0 |
| Total Nitrogen % | Ø 3.8 | Ø 2.0 |
| Sulfur % | Ø 7.0 | Ø 7.0 |
| Reducing Sugars % | Ø < 11 | Ø < 5.0 |
| Ignition Temperature | approx. 500°C | approx. 500°C |
| Thermal Decomposition | approx. 200°C | approx. 200°C |
| Moisture Content % | Ø < 5.0 | Ø < 5.0 |
| Density | Ø 0.6 +/- 10% | Ø 0.6 +/- 10% |
Lignosulfonates are byproducts of pulp production, formed during the chemical process of extracting pulp from wood. Lignin, a natural polyphenol, is a key component of plant cell walls, providing strength and resilience to plants. During pulp production, lignin is separated from cellulose fibers and processed into lignosulfonates. These compounds, once considered waste, are now utilized across various industries due to their versatile properties.
Paper production has a history spanning over 2,000 years. While the core process has remained largely unchanged, industrial paper production has evolved significantly with the advent of technologies such as mechanical paper machines and wood-based pulp production. This process generates several byproducts, among which lignosulfonates have proven to be the most versatile.
Lignosulfonates are created when lignin is dissolved during the cooking of wood in alkaline or sulfite solutions. These highly polymerized compounds are valued for their unique properties as binding and dispersing agents. Although approximately 50 million tons of lignosulfonates are produced globally each year, only about 5% are recycled for material use; the remainder is typically burned for energy.
The versatile properties of lignosulfonates make them a valuable raw material in various industries:
Concrete Industry: Lignosulfonates serve as plasticizers in cement, improving the workability of concrete and reducing water content.
Animal Feed Industry: As pellet binders, lignosulfonates enhance the stability of feed pellets by holding them together.
Pesticide Industry: Lignosulfonates act as dispersing agents, improving the efficacy of pesticides and optimizing their application.
Tanning Industry: In leather production, lignosulfonates are used as fillers in vegetable tanning processes.
The use of lignosulfonates as a value-added material offers numerous benefits:
Sustainability: As byproducts of pulp production, lignosulfonates enable resource-efficient use across multiple industries.
Versatility: Their applications span diverse sectors, from construction to agriculture.
Efficiency Improvement: Lignosulfonates enhance production processes, reduce costs, and minimize environmental impact.
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