Engineering flame-retardancy in water-based adhesives: a structure–performance driven approach for enhanced safety and functionality

Key Points

• The research aims to improve the fire safety and adhesion properties of water-based adhesives by integrating specific compounds.
• Developed a multifunctional adhesive using a tannic acid-SHMP complex and a PVA-Al(OH)3 matrix.
• Evaluated dry and wet adhesion performance under various conditions.
• Assessed fire safety properties to ensure suitability for critical applications.
• The engineered adhesive exhibits significantly improved dry and wet adhesion compared to traditional adhesives.
• Fire safety metrics indicate substantial enhancements, making it suitable for safety-critical uses.