Polyesters with inbuilt photolabile units for degradation of PET in the natural environment

Polymer Chemistry 2026 Open access

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Authors: Sami Gesslbauer, Tian Sang, Daniel Dalland, Pimpisa Titipunya, Molly Parry, Christopher J. Wallis, Sarah K. Y. Ho, Gavin Hill, Giovanni Santagiuliana, George J. P. Britovsek
DOI: 10.1039/d5py00992h
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Abstract

The effect of the introduction of carbonyl units into PET on its degradation behaviour has been investigated under artificial weathering conditions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Polymer crystallization and properties Polymer Science and PVC

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Volume
17
Issue
11
Pages
1084–1091
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN