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20 resultsShowing papers similar to Biodegradable, Flexible and Ultraviolet Blocking Nanocellulose Composite Film Incorporated with Lignin Nanoparticles
ClearGreen and Scalable Preparation of Colloidal Suspension of Lignin Nanoparticles and Its Application in Eco-friendly Sunscreen Formulations
Researchers developed a scalable, solvent-free method to produce lignin nanoparticles and demonstrated their use as a natural UV-absorbing ingredient in eco-friendly sunscreen formulations, offering a biodegradable alternative to synthetic UV filters.
Conversion of Cellulose and Lignin Residues into Transparent UV-Blocking Composite Films
Researchers developed UV-blocking composite films by chemically converting cellulose and lignin residues from three biomass sources (aspen wood, poplar wood, and corn stover) via a dissolution-regeneration process, assessing their UV-blocking performance as a sustainable alternative to petrochemical plastic films. Results showed that all three lignin residue types enhanced the UV-blocking properties of the composite films, supporting their potential in functional biorefinery-integrated packaging.
Hydrogen-bonded lignin-acrylic copolymer/WPU composites with Integrated UV shielding, antioxidancy and degradability
Researchers synthesized a lignin-acrylic copolymer from rice straw waste and blended it with waterborne polyurethane to create a composite film with 43% higher tensile strength, near-total UV blocking, and dramatically improved antioxidant capacity, offering a biodegradable, microplastic-reducing alternative to conventional plastic films.
Nano-Structured Lignin as Green Antioxidant and UV Shielding Ingredient for Sunscreen Applications
This review covered the use of lignin nanoparticles as green antioxidants and UV-shielding agents in sunscreen and antiaging cosmetics, highlighting the enhanced properties of nanoscale lignin derived from pulp and paper industry waste.
3D-Printed Polylactic Acid/Lignin Films with Great Mechanical Properties and Tunable Functionalities towards Superior UV-Shielding, Haze, and Antioxidant Properties
Researchers incorporated lignin into polylactic acid (PLA) to create 3D-printable composite filaments, finding that lignin addition improved mechanical properties and enabled tunable functionalities in the resulting films, expanding options for sustainable additive manufacturing materials.
Biodegradable UV-Protective Composite Film from Cellulosic Waste: Utilisation of Cotton Gin Motes as Biocomponent
Researchers developed biodegradable composite films by compounding cotton gin mote waste powder (up to 50% by weight) with polycaprolactone (PCL) and polyethylene glycol plasticizer, using a solvent-free melt extrusion process. The resulting films exhibited UV-shielding properties from lignin in the cotton waste, with 9.5 MPa yield strength and 442% elongation, offering a renewable alternative to non-biodegradable plastic films.
Functional surfaces, films, and coatings with lignin – a critical review
This review examines the use of lignin, the most abundant polyaromatic biopolymer, in functional coatings and films. Researchers highlight lignin's intrinsic properties including UV-blocking, oxygen scavenging, and antimicrobial capabilities, with applications ranging from food packaging to antifouling membranes as a potential replacement for fossil-based polymers.
Constructing robust and antioxidant polyurethane–lignin coatings with biodegradable properties for grass press paper films
This study developed polyurethane coatings incorporating lignin to create robust, antioxidant surface treatments with biodegradable characteristics, testing mechanical durability and antioxidant performance. The lignin-modified coatings showed improved oxidative stability while maintaining protective properties.
Nanocellulose Hybrid Lignin Complex Reinforces Cellulose to Form a Strong, Water-Stable Lignin–Cellulose Composite Usable as a Plastic Replacement
This study developed a strong, water-stable composite material made from cellulose and lignin extracted from agricultural waste (sugarcane bagasse), as an eco-friendly alternative to plastic. The lignin-cellulose composite showed dramatically improved wet strength compared to regular cellulose sheets, demonstrating potential as a biodegradable plastic replacement that would not generate persistent microplastic pollution.
Effect of silane modifiednano‐SiO2on the mechanical properties and compatibility ofPBAT/lignin composite films
This study developed biodegradable PBAT/lignin composite films reinforced with silane-modified silica nanoparticles, aiming to improve mechanical strength while maintaining UV-blocking properties useful for agricultural film applications. Developing high-performance biodegradable agricultural plastics is important for reducing the plastic mulch that is a major source of microplastic contamination in farmland soils.
Investigation of the Protective Function of a Lignin Coating of Natural Fiber Geotextiles against Biodegradation
Researchers investigated whether lignin coatings can protect natural fiber geotextiles from soil degradation and UV-driven breakdown, finding that lignin treatment can extend the functional lifespan of biodegradable geotextiles as a more sustainable alternative to synthetic ones.
A multifunctional biogenic films and coatings from synergistic aqueous dispersion of wood-derived suberin and cellulose nanofibers
Researchers developed multifunctional bio-based packaging films and coatings using suberin, an industrial byproduct, stabilized with amphiphilic cellulose nanofibers. The resulting materials demonstrated UV shielding and antimicrobial properties while serving as effective food packaging. The study presents a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic packaging that could help reduce microplastic pollution from packaging degradation.
Effect of the combined addition of ultrasonicated kraft lignin and montmorillonite on hydroxypropyl methylcellulose bionanocomposites
Researchers incorporated ultrasonicated kraft lignin (0-10% w/w) and montmorillonite clay (3% w/w) into hydroxypropyl methylcellulose bionanocomposite films, finding that the combination reduced oxygen permeability by 65.8% and water vapour permeability by 43.8%, while also providing UV-shielding, antioxidant capacity, and antibacterial activity through synergistic lignin-clay interactions.
Green synthesis of lignin nano- and micro-particles: Physicochemical characterization, bioactive properties and cytotoxicity assessment.
This study produced lignin nanoparticles and microparticles using a green synthesis method and characterized their properties, finding they have good thermal stability and bioactive characteristics. While focused on biomaterial applications rather than pollution, lignin-based particles represent a potential biodegradable alternative to conventional plastic microbeads used in consumer products.
Effect of the Incorporation of Lignin on Starch/PVA Blend Films Produced by Casting
Researchers produced and characterized starch/PVA blend films incorporating varying amounts of lignin (0%, 0.5%, 1%, and 2%) using a casting method, aiming to improve the mechanical and barrier properties of biodegradable packaging materials. The study identified optimal lignin concentrations that enhance film performance while maintaining biodegradability as an alternative to conventional polymeric materials.
Design of cellulose nanofibre-based composites with high barrier properties
Researchers tested four types of cellulose nanofibres and two clay mineral combinations for making composite films with gas barrier properties, finding that TEMPO-oxidized and cationized nanofibres with clay minerals produced films with superior mechanical and barrier performance. These plant-derived composites offer a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based packaging films.
Renewable cellulosic nanocomposites for food packaging to avoid fossil fuel plastic pollution: a review
Researchers reviewed how cellulose nanoparticles extracted from plant biomass can replace petroleum-based plastics in food packaging, finding that adding just 1–5% cellulose nanoparticles significantly improves strength, reduces oxygen and water vapor permeability, and keeps packaging biodegradable. The review positions cellulose nanocomposites as a scalable, eco-friendly alternative to fossil-fuel plastics that contribute to microplastic pollution.
Free standing nanocellulose films – fabrication methods, surface engineering and recyclability
This review examines fabrication methods, surface engineering approaches, and recyclability of free-standing nanocellulose films, highlighting their potential as sustainable alternatives to synthetic plastic films across various applications.
Wet-Spun Composite Filaments from Lignocellulose Nanofibrils/Alginate and Their Physico-Mechanical Properties
Researchers developed composite fibers from lignocellulose nanofibrils and alginate, examining how varying lignin content affects the fibers' properties and biodegradability. These bio-based materials represent a sustainable alternative to synthetic plastic fibers, which contribute to microplastic pollution through textile washing and degradation.
Cellulosic Functional Bioplastic with Tunable Strength and Toughness Through Heat‐Treatment of Dynamic Covalent Networks
Researchers created a high-performance biodegradable film from cellulose and lignin using reversible chemical bonds that can be tuned through heat treatment. The material achieves impressive mechanical properties with tensile strength up to 52 MPa and elongation up to 545%, along with UV shielding and oxygen barrier capabilities. The study presents a scalable approach for producing recyclable bioplastics that could serve as sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics.