Key highlights
- Nouryon will introduce Expancel 081 microspheres at Pulp and Beyond 2026 in Helsinki (April 15–16, 2026).
- Adding up to 1% Expancel 081 increases paperboard bulk and thickness by 15–25%.
- The grade supports higher recycled-fiber content, reduces fiber and energy use, and can improve production line efficiency.
Product launch
Nouryon will introduce Expancel 081 microspheres at Pulp and Beyond 2026 in Helsinki (April 15–16, 2026).
Performance metrics
Addition of up to 1% Expancel 081 increases paperboard bulk and thickness by 15–25%.
Operational and sustainability impact
The grade supports higher recycled‑fiber content, enables lower fiber and energy use, helps stabilize sheet properties and can improve production line efficiency.
