What Does ECF Stand For?

ECF stands for Elemental Chlorine Free As In Nonchlorine Bleaching

ECF, or Elemental Chlorine Free, refers to a bleaching process used in paper production that avoids the use of elemental chlorine. This method employs chlorine dioxide and other safe bleaching agents to reduce the environmental impact while achieving the desired brightness and whiteness in paper products. ECF technology ensures a lower formation of harmful by-products, promoting a more sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to bleaching.

Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym

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