Unlocking the secrets of high-water barrier stereocomplex polylactide blend extrusion films
James F. Macnamara, Maria Rubino, Matthew Daum, Ajay Kathuria, Rafael Auras
Abstract
Stereocomplex polylactide films were produced without using a masterbatch, including PLLA/PDLA ratios of 85/15, 70/30, 50/50, and 30/70. The films show a reduced moisture barrier by a factor of 2.5 to 6, depending on their crystallinity and thickness.
Topics & Concepts
ExtrusionMaterials scienceChemical engineeringPolymer scienceComposite materialPolymer chemistryEngineeringbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionAdvanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization