Bis-pyrrolidone-type monomers (obtained from itaconic acid, which is a renewable chemical identified in the top 12 value-added chemicals from biomass) with alkylidene spacers of variable size were synthesized and polycondensed with various diamines. The resulting polycondensates were used as compatibilizers to improve interfacial adhesion in poly (butylene succinate) (PBS)/plasticized starch blends. The interfacial adhesion between PBS and plasticized starch was improved using these polycondensates.
- Farouk Ayadi
- Saskia Mamzed
- Patrice Dole
