Cocoboard
Cocoboard is a medium-density, 100% bio-based panel made from waste coconut husks.
Production process
The waste coconut husks are gathered and undergo a quality assessment test. The coconut fibres are then combined with a natural adhesive and flattened in a hot press machine to form panels. These panels go through a sanding process, and thus a Cocoboard is formed.
Material properties
NaturLoop makes Cocoboard from two ingredients: coconut husk fibres and their in-house natural adhesive formulated from tannins.
Cocoboard is highly resistant to moisture and wood-decaying insects. It is compatible with woodworking tools and equipment and can also be coated or dyed with lacquer, veneer, etc. It also absorbs 30% less coating.
Density - 750 kg/m3
Dimensions - 2.44 x 1.83 m and 3.66 x 1.83 m
Thickness - 6-25 mm
Thickness swelling - 11%
Bending strength - 22.5 N/mm2
Cocoboard finds applications in interior architecture (partition walls, ceiling and wall panels, flooring) and furniture (cabinetry, tabletops, doors, shelving, trim).
Availability
Europe
Circular features
The waste coconut husks are upcycled, and the natural adhesive gives off no formaldehyde emissions. NaturLoop helps in boosting the farmers’ income through their integration into the supply chain.
Raw Materials
- 90% waste coconut husk fibres
- 10% tannin-based adhesive
Afterlife Plan
LCA & biodegradability studies are being undertaken. Cocoboard is estimated to be biodegradable due to its all-natural components.