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Nanocellulose is a nanomaterial derived from cellulose, the most abundant organic polymer on Earth. It is composed of nanosized particles of cellulose fibrils, which are typically between 5 and 100 nanometers in diameter. Nanocellulose has a wide range of applications in various industries, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and bioplastics. Nanocellulose is used as a thickening agent in food products, as a stabilizer in cosmetics, and as a drug delivery system in pharmaceuticals. It is also used as a reinforcing agent in bioplastics, which are plastics made from renewable sources such as plants. Nanocellulose can also be used to create nanocomposites, which are materials composed of two or more components with different properties. Nanocellulose is a rapidly growing market, with many companies investing in research and development to explore new applications. Companies in the nanocellulose market include American Process Inc., Borregaard, CelluComp, Daicel Corporation, and Innventia. Show Less Read more