Copolymers and Blends Based on 3-Hydroxybutyrate and 3-Hydroxyvalerate Units
Anyi Jin, Luís J. del Valle, Jordi Puiggalı́
Abstract
-3-hydroxyvalerate) (PHBV), emphasizing its production, properties, and applications. The overall biosynthesis pathway of PHBV is explored in detail, highlighting recent advances in production techniques. The inherent physicochemical properties of PHBV, along with its degradation behavior, are discussed in detail. This review also explores various blends and composites of PHBV, demonstrating their potential for a range of applications. Finally, the versatility of PHBV-based materials in multiple sectors is examined, emphasizing their increasing importance in the field of biodegradable polymers.
Topics & Concepts
BiopolymerPolyhydroxyalkanoatesMaterials scienceCopolymerDegradation (telecommunications)PolymerPolymer scienceChemical engineeringComposite materialComputer scienceEngineeringBiologyTelecommunicationsGeneticsBacteriabiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesCarbon dioxide utilization in catalysisMicroplastics and Plastic Pollution