ISHS Acta Horticulturae 108: International Cashew Symposium
RECENT TRENDS IN CNSL UTILIZATION |
| Authors: | B.G.K. MURTHY, M.A. SIVASAMBAN |
| Abstract:
Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) is a very important industrial raw material which has got multivarious uses. Considerable research work has been done on the utilization of CNSL in India and abroad. The main outlets for the utilization of CNSL and its derivatives are the brake lining industry, paint and varnish industry, laminated products, foundry core oil and rubber compounding. There is considerable scope for its utilization in the development of drugs, antioxidants, fungicides, etc. The main factors that are affecting the utilization of CNSL are its dark colour, variable quality and above all its high price. | |
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