Abstract: At least one embodiment of the disclosure is directed to a method of producing a lignocellulose-based product with reduced contents of hemicellulose, chlorine, sulfur and alkali and alkaline earth metals. A biomass having up to 60% by weight of moisture prior to steam treatment is steam treated. A lignocellulose-based product with reduced contents of hemicelluloses, chlorine, sulfur and alkali and alkaline metals is produced.
Abstract: Various embodiments of the disclosure are directed to a method of producing a lignocellulose-based product. A biomass having up to 65% by weight of moisture prior to steam treatment is treated with steam in a reactor. A sulfite is provided to the reactor. A lignocellulose-based product is produced.