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Characterization of extruded films based on poly (butylene succinate) blends to utilize a partially degraded poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate)

Polymer blends can improve material processability and can be used to extrude partially degraded materials, such as expired poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) (PBAT), which cannot be normally extruded. Therefore, in this study, the extrudability of PBAT that has passed its expiration date was...

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Published in:Journal of applied polymer science 2024-05, Vol.141 (17), p.n/a
Main Authors: Conceição, Pietro Carlos Gonçalves, Lemos, Paulo Vitor França, Santana, Jamile Santos, Correia, Paulo Romano Cruz, Cardoso, Lucas Guimarães, de Jesus Assis, Denílson, da Rocha, Lucimar Pacheco Gomes, Marcelino, Henrique Rodrigues, de Souza Ferreira, Ederlan, da Silva, Jania Betânia Alves, de Souza, Carolina Oliveira
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Summary:Polymer blends can improve material processability and can be used to extrude partially degraded materials, such as expired poly (butylene adipate‐co‐terephthalate) (PBAT), which cannot be normally extruded. Therefore, in this study, the extrudability of PBAT that has passed its expiration date was restored by blending it with poly (butylene succinate) (PBS). Various polymer blends were extruded and characterized to achieve high‐efficiency extrusion. The carbonyl indices in partially degraded PBAT and the corresponding control sample detailed the effects of 98 months of aging on molecular properties. The semicrystalline structure consisted of a mixed ordered arrangement of PBS and PBAT chains dispersed in an amorphous matrix. The microscopic images of the surfaces of the polymer films revealed defects and roughness, followed by an increase in the PBAT concentration in blends. Changes in mechanical properties and water vapor permeability correlated with the PBAT concentration in the blends. To avoid polymer loss, we reported a simple method for using PBAT that has passed its expiration date and cannot be extruded. The results revealed that the polymer films could be used in the packaging industry, especially in food and agricultural sectors. Extruded films based on a partially degraded PBAT.
ISSN:0021-8995
1097-4628
DOI:10.1002/app.55289