Torrefaction at 250 and 300 °C inhibits the total release of Cl at 1000–1200 °C.
BET surface area of pyrolysis char of torrefied straw at 250 and 300 °C is smaller.
Removed volatiles during torrefaction reduce the release of Cl.
Enrichment of Cl on surface for torrefied straw accelerates the release of Cl.
Generated organochlorine during torrefaction doesn’t decompose completely.