glossary
Natural fibre composite (NFC)
A composite containing natural fibres or particles in a matrix. NFC is broader than WPC: flax, hemp and agricultural fibres need not contain wood. Names and abbreviations: plant-fibre composite. Related terms: Wood–plastic composite (WPC); Natural fibre; Biodegradability. Sources: https://research.fs.usda.gov/download/treesearch/42497.pdf, https://research.fs.usda.gov/treesearch/36721
Sources & further reading
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory — Wood/Nonwood Thermoplastic Composites ↗USDA Forest Products Laboratory · web · 2026-10-17
- USDA Forest Products Laboratory — Raw materials for wood-polymer composites ↗USDA Forest Products Laboratory · web · 2026-10-17