Biocomposite industry is acknowledged as an important contributor to the eco­nomic growth of other industries. The biocomposite industry value chain begins from the preparation of agricultural biomass raw materials and resin production to produce consumer products (Fig. 5.11). Reduction in the supply of raw materials has caused concern and, in this context, agricultural biomass raw material is used as an alternative material for the industry to produce value-added biocomposite prod­ucts. Therefore, research and development sectors are encouraged to explore the potential of natural resources for the production of new value-added products to enhance growth, competitiveness and sustainability of biocomposite industry.

Biomass raw material

Wood waste/saw dust

Oil palm-based fibres

Bamboo

Kenaf

Coconut

Rice husk

Bagasse

Banana stem

Pineapple leaf

Fig. 5.11 Value chain of the biocomposite industry