Itaconic acid as a platform chemical for bio-based polymers: from green polymerization strategies to structure-driven applications

Green Chemistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Xueying Liu, Florent Allais, Sami Fadlallah
DOI: 10.1039/d5gc06410d
Cited by: 9
References: 158

Abstract

As a promising bio-based platform chemical, itaconic acid (IA) combines two carboxyl groups with an activated vinyl group, enabling extensive derivatization and multiple polymerization pathways.

Fields of Study & Subjects

biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Green Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
28
Issue
8
Pages
3371–3393
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN