The Stereocomplex Crystallites Improve the Stability of Biodegradable Poly(L-lactic acid)/Poly(D-lactic acid) Melt-Blown Nonwovens

IF 4.1 2区化学 Q2 POLYMER SCIENCE Chinese Journal of Polymer Science Pub Date : 2025-01-18 DOI:10.1007/s10118-025-3272-3

Jin-Shuo Yu, Yue-Wei Huan, Hong-Wei Pan, Zhi-Gang Liu, Yan Zhao, Zhi-Yong Tan, Jun-Jia Bian, Hui-Li Yang, Hui-Liang Zhang

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Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) is a biodegradable and eco-friendly polymer that is increasingly being incorporated into various applications in contemporary society. However, the limited stability of PLA-based products remains a significant challenge for their broader use in various applications. In this study, poly(L-lactic acid)(PLLA)/poly(D-lactic acid) (PDLA) melt-blown nonwovens were prepared by melt spinning. The structure, thermal properties, thermal stability, biodegradability and crystalline morphology of the melt-blown nonwovens were investigated. DSC and WAXD confirmed the formation of stereocomplex (SC) crystallites in the PLLA matrix. The storage modulus (G′), loss modulus (G″), and complex viscosity (∣η*∣) of the PLLA/PDLA blend increased with an increase in SC crystallite content. The thermal degradation temperatures of PLLA/PDLA melt-blown nonwovens increased with the incorporation of SC crystallites, and the maximum rate of decomposition increased to 385.5 °C, thus enhancing the thermal stability. Compared with neat PLLA melt-blown nonwovens, the hydrophobicity of PLLA/PDLA melt-blown nonwovens was improved, and WCA increased to 139.7°. The SC crystallites were more resistant to degradation by proteinase K compared to neat PLLA. However, the degradation rate of PLLA/PDLA melt-blown nonwovens remained at a high level. This work provides an effective strategy to obtain high-performance PLLA melt-blown nonwovens.

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Chinese Journal of Polymer Science 化学-高分子科学

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7.10

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218

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6.0 months

期刊介绍： Chinese Journal of Polymer Science (CJPS) is a monthly journal published in English and sponsored by the Chinese Chemical Society and the Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences. CJPS is edited by a distinguished Editorial Board headed by Professor Qi-Feng Zhou and supported by an International Advisory Board in which many famous active polymer scientists all over the world are included. The journal was first published in 1983 under the title Polymer Communications and has the current name since 1985. CJPS is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the timely publication of original research ideas and results in the field of polymer science. The issues may carry regular papers, rapid communications and notes as well as feature articles. As a leading polymer journal in China published in English, CJPS reflects the new achievements obtained in various laboratories of China, CJPS also includes papers submitted by scientists of different countries and regions outside of China, reflecting the international nature of the journal.