Biodegradation of some natural polymers in blends with polyolefines

Processing and characterization of reinforced polyethylene composites made with lignocellulosic fibers from Egyptian agro-industrial residues

“…Compared to inorganic fibers, natural fibers present some well-known advantages such as lower density and lower price. They are less abrasive to the processing equipment, harmless, biodegradable, renewable, and their mechanical properties can be comparable to those of inorganic fibers [4][5][6][7].…”

Data on Specific Polymers

“…Cellulose [65][66][67][68][69][70][71][72][73] undergoes biodegradation during exposure to weather. The process is studied by analysis of the products of the biological processes.…”

“…69 Addition of cellulose as a filler to polyolefins increased the biodegradation rate of a composite. 70 The composition of the filler and its particle size also influenced the rate of biodegradation. Larger particles, which were not well dispersed, caused faster biodegradation.…”

“…The mechanism of chitosan degradation 68,70,72 has not been elucidated on the basis of experimental work. However because of its structural similarity to cellulose, the mechanism of photochemical degradation is believed to be similar.…”

Induction of Biodegradability in the Plastic Waste Through Graft Copolymerization

“…Few additives having hydrophilic groups, make plastic hydrophilic and susceptible for photo and chemical degradation. Modification of plastic through copolymerization and through anchoring monosaccharide into it or blending with nutrients and biodegradable fillers makes it degradable [11][12][13][14] . These micronutrients help the growth of specific microorganisms and this incorporation of polar functional groups can serve as point for microbial attack [15] .…”