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September 12, 2025PolymersOpen Access

Synthesis of Linear and Branched Polycarbonate Polyols via Double Metal Cyanide-Catalyzed Ring-Opening (Co)polymerization of Epoxides

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WJWon Seok JaeHCHa-Kyung ChoiHLHan Su Lee

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Overview

Analysis shows efficient ring-opening co-polymerization of epoxides in polycarbonate polyols, indicating versatile industrial applications.

Key Points

  • The study reveals that DMC catalysts enable high-performance polycarbonate polyols with narrow dispersities.
  • Results indicate branched poly(ether carbonate) polyols can be synthesized with yields up to 70% and tunable branching.
  • The synthesized polyols maintain low levels of unsaturation, opening doors for various industrial applications.
  • This research highlights the potential for sustainable materials development through effective polymer synthesis.

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Jae et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d44b2231b076d99fa5420ehttps://doi.org/10.3390/polym17182458
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