Pulp

Superior Strength with Lightweight Efficiency

APRIL XP offers a distinct competitive advantage for premium tissue producers striving to achieve the optimal balance between softness and strength. Unlike conventional hardwood pulps, XP’s unique fiber morphology – featuring short, flexible fibers with naturally high bonding potential – delivers outstanding tensile strength and sheet integrity, even at reduced basis weights. This enhanced strength profile is especially critical in premium-grade toilet and facial tissue applications, where consumers expect both comfort and durability in everyday use.

High Fibre Population for Enhanced Formation and Softness

A defining feature of APRIL XP is its high fibre population – delivering more individual fibers per unit mass. This higher fiber count promotes superior sheet formation, enhanced surface smoothness, and improved uniformity. The result is a product with greater softness and bulk without compromising strength. The high fiber count also supports stronger ply bonding in multi-ply products, contributing to a more luxurious hand feel and improved absorbency performance, which are key qualities in the premium tissue segment.

Low Extractives for Cleaner Operations and Safer Products

APRIL XP offers a naturally low extractives profile, minimizing pitch, resin, and other impurities. This ensures fewer deposit-related machine issues and contributes to cleaner converting lines, lower maintenance costs, and enhancing overall operational efficiency. For applications where product quality matters most, the low extractive content contributes to tissue purity, making it ideally suited for sensitive skin applications. It also supports the production of hypoallergenic, eco-conscious tissue products – qualities increasingly valued by premium consumers.