Enhancing Polypropylene Biodegradability Through Additive Integration for Sustainable and Reusable Laboratory Applications.

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Tác giả: Cristina Velasco Aranda, Maysinee Kanathananun, Somchoke Limwongsaree, Juthamas Mahajaroensiri, Mario Muñoz, Kanittika Samneingjam

Ngôn ngữ: eng

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Thông tin xuất bản: Switzerland : Polymers , 2025

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Bộ sưu tập: NCBI

ID: 705042

The environmental challenges posed by laboratory plastic waste, particularly single-use items, underscore the urgent need for sustainable alternatives. This study investigated the development of reusable and biodegradable labware, addressing both functional and environmental demands. The content of the biodegradable additive in the polypropylene (PP) varied from 1% to 2% by weight via twin-screw extrusion, followed by injection molding to fabricate test specimens. Three different grades of PP were also compared. Optical, mechanical, and thermal properties were systematically assessed before and after repetitive autoclave sterilization for up to 10 cycles (121 °C, 15 min, 0.11 MPa). Additionally, cytotoxicity following electron beam irradiation (E-Beam 25 and 50 kGy) was evaluated in compliance with ISO 10993-5, alongside biodegradability studies conducted under ASTM D5511 conditions. The results demonstrate that the biodegradable additive stabilized the appearance and enhanced the flexural and impact strengths of PP without compromising thermal stability, particularly after five autoclave cycles. Cytotoxicity assays confirmed the biocompatibility of the additive-modified PP, while biodegradability tests indicated moderate degradation, with 12% biodegradation achieved over 6 months compared to negligible degradation in the negative control. These findings highlight the potential of additive-modified PP as a sustainable solution for reusable labware, balancing durability with improved environmental performance and providing a viable step toward more sustainable laboratory practices.
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