NCC exhibits several outstanding properties, including:
High Strength: NCC has a tensile strength greater than steel, making it suitable for reinforcement applications. High Surface Area: The nanoscale dimensions provide a large surface area, improving its interaction with other materials. Biodegradability: Being derived from natural sources, NCC is biodegradable and environmentally friendly. Transparency: NCC can form transparent films, useful in optical applications. Thermal Stability: It exhibits good thermal stability, making it suitable for various temperature-sensitive applications.