Cellulose based composite was successfully designed as active packaging with additional feature of
microwavable properties. Small amount of cellulose with 10 m in diameter was integrated into polypropylene
matrix. The use of maleic anhydride was employed as coupling agent. Thermal and mechanical
properties of cellulose based composite were superior depending on polypropylene matrix. Crystallization
temperature and compressive strength were estimated to be 130 ◦C and 5.5 MPa. The crystal
formation and its percentage were therefore estimated to be 50% and it can be predicted on the feasibility
of microwavable packaging. Morphological properties of cellulose based composite presented the
good distribution and excellent uniformity. It was remarkable to note that cellulose derived from cotton
can be prepared as composite with polypropylene matrix. It can be used as packaging for microwave
application.