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Enzymatic polymerization of various biobased and biodegradable BHMTHF-based (co)polyesters

Beilstein Journal of Nanotechnology 2026
Cornelis Post, George Karchilakis, Dina Maniar, Vincent Voet, Rudy Folkersma, Katja Loos

Summary

Enzymatic polymerization of biobased BHMTHF with adipate, BHMF, and FDCA co-monomers yields a range of biodegradable copolyesters under mild, catalyst-free conditions. These bio-derived, compostable polyesters present an alternative to petroleum-based plastics, addressing the environmental persistence problem that drives microplastic accumulation.

Overview of the enzymatic synthesis of various biobased and biodegradable (co)polyesters derived from BHMTHF, dimethyl adipate, BHMF, and FDCA.

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