Efficient synthesis of camphor-based polycarbonates: a direct route to recyclable polymers
Bo Jiang, C.M. Thomas
Abstract
A commercially available magnesium catalyst is active as a polymerization and depolymerization catalyst, allowing access to bio-based polycarbonates and their recycling by methanolysis.
Topics & Concepts
DepolymerizationCamphorCatalysisPolymerizationPolymerOrganic chemistryChemistryMaterials sciencebiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesCatalysis for Biomass ConversionCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysis