Moist cellulose acetate agglomerates were investigated for their compressive strength and some physical
factors interactions using statistical methodology. These agglomerates were prepared in a rotating balling
disc using different sieve sizes of cellulose acetate powder, with dual purpose kerosene. Experimental process
was designed using Two-Level Factorial Design. After obtaining the limits for the experimental process for
some of the factors selected, the experimental design was completed using the limits and the design was
implemented in producing the cellulose acetate agglomerates. The compressive strength was computed from
the damage compressive force obtained during compressive testing as per American Society for Testing and
Materials (ASTM) standards. Among the selected factors (particle sizes, agglomerate mass, agglomerate
diameter, agglomerate surface area and compressive force), the compressive force reported the highest and
positive effect or influence. But agglomerate surface area and agglomerate mass also reported some influence
though negative. Particle sizes and agglomerate diameter reported insignificant effect or influence on the
compressive strength.
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