They create a new polyethylene that improves the properties of the conventional one and its degradability in the environment
01/21/2022
It incorporates polar groups in its structure to expand its properties and reduce its persistence in the environment. They have incorporated small chemical groups
polar in the material (ketones) with a catalyst compatible with carbon monoxide used as a reagent.
Limited number of groups. Does not affect mechanics. On exposure to light, slow degradation. It does not occur in conventional polyethylenes. At the moment, same mechanical properties and processability |