Developmental Studies on Novel Biodegradable Polyester Films from Maravetti Oil
J. Environ. Nanotechnol., Volume 8, No 4 (2019) pp. 01-07
Abstract
A unique biodegradable polyester film was made from naturally accessible Maravetti crude (Hydnocarpus wightianus), formic acid and 30% hydrogen peroxide, using a step-wise polymerization technique. The polymer was created by reacting resin with styrene. UV, FTIR and NMR spectral studies were carried out to identify the structural characteristics of the polymer product. The biodegradability of the polyester film was investigated using Soil burial test. The thermal deterioration was investigated using TG-DTA analysis at various time intervals. The cross-linking potential of the polymers was determined using DSC analysis. Tensile and impact strengths and other mechanical parameters were assessed. The resultant polymers were found to have acceptable mechanical characteristics and cured quickly.
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