Sustainable Bio-Based Plasticizers: Advances in Polyols and Natural Compound Derivatives from Sorbitol, Glycerol, Cardanol, and Limonene.
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| Title: | Sustainable Bio-Based Plasticizers: Advances in Polyols and Natural Compound Derivatives from Sorbitol, Glycerol, Cardanol, and Limonene. |
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| Authors: | Ghazzy, Asma M.1 (AUTHOR) a.alghazzy@ammanu.edu.jo, Shraim, Ala'a S.2 (AUTHOR), Al-Sammarraie, Tabarak R.3 (AUTHOR), Al-Mohammadi, Wurood M.1,4 (AUTHOR), Al-Hunaiti, Afnan H.1,4 (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | Polymers (20734360). Apr2026, Vol. 18 Issue 8, p985. 35p. |
| Subjects: | Plasticizers, Polyols, Sorbitol, Biomolecules, Organic compound derivatives, Glycerin, Limonene, Biodegradation |
| Abstract: | The rapidly growing concern over the hazardous impact of phthalates on the environment and public health has led to a critical need for alternative and environmentally friendly plastics. Plasticizers developed from natural materials represent one possible solution. This paper explores four types of renewable feedstocks (sorbitol/polyols, glycerin, cardanol from cashew nutshell liquid, and limonene from citrus peels) as sources for developing alternative plasticizer systems. Key areas explored include the type of feedstock utilized, the methods used for extracting or processing the feedstocks, the nature of the chemical modification processes (e.g., esterification, epoxidation, etherification, or reactive grafting) applied to generate the respective plasticizers, and the resultant physical and mechanical properties. The performance of each plasticizer system in polymers such as PVC, PLA, and polysaccharide-based bioplastics is evaluated, alongside the compatibility with biological tissues, toxicological properties, biodegradability, and chemical migration into food simulants. The feasibility of each family of plasticizers is also assessed from an economic perspective, including availability of the feedstocks, economies of scale associated with large-volume production, and competitive pricing relative to established petroleum-derived plasticizers. Overall, sorbitol/polyol and glycerin derivative families have reached a level of maturity that provides a good balance of processability, food-contact safety, and biodegradability. Cardanol-based systems provide an attractive option where aromatic functional groups and combined plasticization–stabilization effects are needed. Limonene-derived plasticizer systems appear promising for use in PLA, but their broader utility may be limited by volatility, strong odors, and susceptibility to oxidation. Common issues identified across all four families include chemical migration into food products, regulatory approval, and the need for detailed life-cycle assessments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | The rapidly growing concern over the hazardous impact of phthalates on the environment and public health has led to a critical need for alternative and environmentally friendly plastics. Plasticizers developed from natural materials represent one possible solution. This paper explores four types of renewable feedstocks (sorbitol/polyols, glycerin, cardanol from cashew nutshell liquid, and limonene from citrus peels) as sources for developing alternative plasticizer systems. Key areas explored include the type of feedstock utilized, the methods used for extracting or processing the feedstocks, the nature of the chemical modification processes (e.g., esterification, epoxidation, etherification, or reactive grafting) applied to generate the respective plasticizers, and the resultant physical and mechanical properties. The performance of each plasticizer system in polymers such as PVC, PLA, and polysaccharide-based bioplastics is evaluated, alongside the compatibility with biological tissues, toxicological properties, biodegradability, and chemical migration into food simulants. The feasibility of each family of plasticizers is also assessed from an economic perspective, including availability of the feedstocks, economies of scale associated with large-volume production, and competitive pricing relative to established petroleum-derived plasticizers. Overall, sorbitol/polyol and glycerin derivative families have reached a level of maturity that provides a good balance of processability, food-contact safety, and biodegradability. Cardanol-based systems provide an attractive option where aromatic functional groups and combined plasticization–stabilization effects are needed. Limonene-derived plasticizer systems appear promising for use in PLA, but their broader utility may be limited by volatility, strong odors, and susceptibility to oxidation. Common issues identified across all four families include chemical migration into food products, regulatory approval, and the need for detailed life-cycle assessments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 20734360 |
| DOI: | 10.3390/polym18080985 |
