A Half-yearly Peer Reviewed Journal of Bangladesh Forest Research Institute
Several studies were previously conducted on pulping of jute plant by alkaline processes. But the response of the plant to alkaline pulping is poor. In the present study neutral sulphite anthraquinone (NS – AQ) process proved more advantageous over alkaline processes. The process is capable of producing a significantly higher yield compared to the alkaline processes. The physical strength properties of NS – AQ jute plant pulp stand in between hardwood and softwood kraft pulps. However, success of commercial utilization of jute plant in pulp making largely depends on efficient means of collection, transportation and storage of the plant. Hence, due attention to these problems must be given.