The papermaking potential of stalks, core, and bast parts of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus Moench syn. Hibiscus esculentus L.), an agricultural waste, was evaluated by determining their chemical composition and converting the raw material into pulp utilizing soda-AQ and kraft pulping processes. Chemical analysis showed that the okra has lphacellulose and lignin content comparable to commonly used nonwood and wood resources. Okra stalk and core fiber lengths were comparable to hardwoods. Fiber distribution showed a high presence of pulp fines. Although total pulp yield was low, and kappa numbers were high, handsheets from unbeaten pulp were found to be adequate in terms of paper strength. urther refining increased strength properties.
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