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Poly(Lactic Acid) / Polyester Blends: Review of Current and Future Applications

Zehra Kuru1✉,
Mehmet Arif Kaya2
1Tisan Mühendislik Plastikleri
2Yalova University
Published:March 28, 2023
DOI: 10.56038/ejrnd.v3i1.259
Vol. 3, No. 1

Abstract

Poly (lactic acid) (PLA) is a promising polymer with its value and potential due to its sustainability, low carbon footprint, and being a superior bio-based polymer compared to other bioplastics. Since it is also a compostable aliphatic polyester, has been frequently subjected to research.

Researchers have conducted studies on the compatibility of PLA, which is a bio-based, biodegradable, and compostable, renewable polymer, with traditional petrochemical-based polymers, especially polyesters such as polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). It is highly important that applications of PLA/polyester blends will ensure that the materials developed are not only economically and sustainable but also can meet current and future appropriate needs. PLA-based materials have some disadvantages such as slow biodegradation rate, high cost, and low toughness, and to eliminate mentioned drawbacks generally blends are prepared with petroleum-based polymers.

In this review, information about the perspectives with studies for PLA/polyester blends; approaches to the subject, potential application areas, and contributions for the future were given.

 

Keywords
PLAPLA/Polyester BlendsBio-based PolymersPetroleum-based Polymers

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JournalThe European Journal of Research and Development
Volume3
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Pages175–199
PublishedMarch 28, 2023
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