glossary
Polypropylene (PP)
A thermoplastic matrix used in natural-fibre composites. Processing conditions and compatibility with fibres must suit the selected grade. Names and abbreviations: polypropene. Related terms: Maleated polypropylene (MAPP); Coupling agent; High-density polyethylene (HDPE). 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