Methods for producing plasticized fluff pulp

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A plasticizing formulation for producing plasticized fluff pulp. The plasticizing , formulation, which preferably is an aqueous solution includes a primary , plasticizing , agent and optionally a secondary plasticizing agent. Preferably the primary , plasticizing agent is 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and the secondary , plasticizing agent is triacetin. When the plasticizing formulation is applied to a cellulosic fluff pulp, a , plasticized fluff pulp is produced. The resultant plasticized fluff pulp may have one or , more of the following: reduced Kamas energy Mullen strength, and fiber knot , and nit contents, when compared to the base cellulosic fluff pulp fiber that is not plasticized.