Bifunctional Ni-TiO 2 catalyst for the efficient glycolysis of polylactic acid: a selective route to obtain 2-hydroxyethyl lactate

Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2026

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Authors: Kamlesh Kumari, Shadab Ali Khan, Venkata Krishnan
DOI: 10.1039/d5ta10188c
Cited by: 2
References: 53

Abstract

This study explores PLA depolymerization over Ni-TiO 2 catalyst which selectively produce 2-hydroxyethyl lactate under mild conditions and enabling sustainable plastic waste valorization.

Fields of Study & Subjects

biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties Catalysis for Biomass Conversion Carbon dioxide utilization in catalysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
26
Pages
16807–16818
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN