SYNTHESIS OF HETEROCYCLIC AMINE-FUNCTIONALIZED CROSS-LINKED POLYACRYLATE VIA MICHAEL ADDITION: A POTENTIAL ADSORBENT FOR WATER POLLUTANTS

This study reports the synthesis and characterization of a novel heterocyclic amine-functionalized cross-linked polyacrylate, a designed potential adsorbent for the efficient and selective removal of water pollutants. The synthesis of cross-linked polyacrylate was achieved through a simplistic Michael addition reaction between a multi-functional acrylate monomer, 1,3,5- Triacryloylhexahydro-1,3,5-triazine (TAHT), and a heterocyclic amine, 2-aminothiazole. This one-pot reaction contemporarily formed the cross-linked polymeric network and incorporated the desired amine functionality. The resulting cross-linked polyacrylate was thoroughly characterized using analytical techniques such as 1 H NMR, FT-IR spectroscopy, elemental analysis, and molecular weight determination to confirm the successful synthesis and purification of the polyacrylate molecule. Adsorption studies were subsequently conducted to evaluate the cross- linked polyacrylate’s efficiency in removing water pollutants, particularly fluoride, under controlled experimental conditions. Thus, the molecule can be utilized to produce pollutant-free water for a safer future. The synthesized heterocyclic amine-functionalized cross-linked polyacrylate demonstrated promising adsorption capabilities, highlighting its potential as an effective molecule for water remediation applications.