Structure–performance correlation for cyclohexylalkyldimethoxysilanes as external donors in a Ziegler–Natta catalyst: a combined experimental and computational study

New Journal of Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Usharani Sahoo, Vikas Khatri, Gurmeet Singh, R. Manna, Rajesh M Badhe, Alex C. Pulikottil
DOI: 10.1039/d5nj04086h
Cited by: 1
References: 45

Abstract

Cyclohexylalkyl (methyl-ED1, propyl-ED2, isobutyl-ED3, and n -octyl-ED4) dimethoxysilanes are synthesized and used as external donors (EDs) in a Ziegler–Natta (ZN) catalyst for propylene polymerization.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Organometallic Complex Synthesis and Catalysis biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Polymer crystallization and properties

Publication details

Journal / source
New Journal of Chemistry
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
50
Issue
10
Pages
4588–4595
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN