Fire-Resistant Composition of Matter
Fire-Resistant Composition of Matter
A fire-resistant, cellulose-based composition of matter is provided that can be used in a variety of applications that benefit from added fire resistance. In at least one aspect, the composition of matter includes, by mass: 10 to 70% cellulose; 1 to 15% insulating compound; and 5 to 30% insulative particles. The composition of matter may further include one or more of, by mass: 1 to 15% phosphate additive, 5 to 30% phosphate filler, 3 to 30% water-based binder, or 1 to 20% silica. The insulating compound of the composition of matter may include, by mass: 2 to 60% insulative particles, 5 to 40% silica, and 15 to 50% amorphous silica. Other aspects are described herein.