Type of Solution proposed
Cyclic esters such as ambrettolide and bicyclononalactone that can form aliphatic polyesters through a ring opening polymerization process (ROP). Become one of the first partners to test these molecules!
Who might be interested?
Polymer manufacturers and polymer additives manufacturers willing to develop new material features, including:
- Increased bio-content based on renewables
- Biodegradable materials
- Biocompatible and non-toxic materials maintaining excellent chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties.
Detailed Solution Description
| Cyclic esters such as ambrettolide and bicyclononalactone, can form aliphatic polyesters through a ring opening polymerization process (ROP), offering the opportunity to produce polymers or additives with the following major advantages: |
| We are looking for partners to help develop applications and commercialize these molecules. |
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  Derived from sustainable resources and maintaining excellent chemical, thermal, and mechanical properties, Aliphatic polyesters are receiving interest as environmentally friendly materials.AmbrettolideCyclic EsterBicyclononalactone Cyclic Ester |
| What’s In It For You?Sustainable starting materials with high bio-content based on renewablesDeveloping environmentally friendly polymers: both biocompatible and non-toxicDeveloping products with properties of conventional materials (polyethylene-like polymers)Straight-forward and simple (co)polymerization technics (ex. ring opening polymerization)Room temperature solubility in common solvents (THF, CHCl3, toluene)Compatibility with other monomersCapability of including reactive functionality in the intermediate productsCrosslinking via reaction via the double bond in the lactone ring |
| Ideas for final applications where Ambrettolide & Bicyclononalactone can bring significant value: Barrier coatings with low moisture vapor transmission of paper and plastic film; Consumer goods: toys, straws, utensils; Industrial: planter boxes, compositing bags; Medical: drug delivery systems, sutures, bandages, implants; Packaging: trash bags, loose fill foam, food containers, and many others! |