West Morlin Enterprise

EFB is composed of 45-50% cellulose and about equal amounts (25-35%) of hemicellulose and lignin (Deraman 1993). It is fibrous, and the fibers stick together to form vascular bundles.
The EFB was very fibrous.

Even when it was piled up to more than 1.5 m in height, the bottom mass was still loose and porous, allowing air to pass freely through the pile. It was therefore considered suitable for the production of good quality compost. It was also expected that added nitrogen could be retained as aerobic conditions could easily be maintained.

EFB fiber is a lignocellulosic waste from palm oil mills. It is a potential source of xylose which can be used as a raw material for production of xylitol, a high value product. The increasing interest on use of lignocellulosic waste for bioconversion to fuels and chemicals is justifiable as these materials are low cost, renewable and widespread sources of sugars.