Epoxide-modulated ring-opening polymerization of β -butyrolactone

Polymer Chemistry 2026

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Authors: Jun Yang (2084), Tie-Ying Zhang, Xiao‐Bing Lu, Ye Liu
DOI: 10.1039/d6py00078a
Cited by: 0
References: 53

Abstract

Epoxides were used to modulate the trimetallic-catalyzed ring-opening polymerization of β -butyrolactone. This study establishes a new and efficient route to produce high-molecular-weight poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) with tailored end-group functionality.

Fields of Study & Subjects

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

Publication details

Journal / source
Polymer Chemistry
Volume
17
Issue
13
Pages
1300–1307
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN