Simple Zn(<scp>ii</scp>) complexes for the production and degradation of polyesters
Jack A. Stewart, Martin Fuchs, Jack Payne, Oliver J. Driscoll, Gabriele Kociok‐Köhn, Benjamin D. Ward, Sonja Herres‐Pawlis, Matthew D. Jones
Abstract
-lactide with increased initiator loading. To move towards a circular economy, it is vital that catalysts are developed to facilitate chemical recycling of commodity and emerging polymeric materials. In this vein, the complexes have been assessed for their ability to break down poly(lactic acid) and poly(ethylene terephthalate). The results from both the polymerization and degradation reactions are discussed in terms of ligand functionality.
Topics & Concepts
Degradation (telecommunications)ChemistryPolyesterProduction (economics)Organic chemistryComputer scienceMicroeconomicsTelecommunicationsEconomicsbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management Techniques