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This research aims to develop a rapid and efficient method for modifying bamboo powder to enhance its compatibility with biodegradable polymers.

Solvent-free Rapid Microwave Esterification of Bamboo Lignocellulose for Biodegradable Composite Films Fabrication

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Heterogeneous solvent-free esterification of bamboo enhances compatibility in biodegradable composites, suggesting improved material performance.

This research aims to develop a rapid and efficient method for modifying bamboo powder to enhance its compatibility with biodegradable polymers.
Utilized a solvent-free microwave-assisted esterification with maleic anhydride.
Conducted reactions in a microwave reactor for 30 minutes.
Evaluated mechanical properties and barrier performance of produced composite films.
Achieved a tensile strength of 16.56 MPa and an elongation at break of 428.5%.
Reduced overall material costs by 22.55%.
Composite films demonstrated excellent water vapor and UV radiation barrier properties.

Zhao et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Heterogeneous solvent-free esterification of bamboo enhances compatibility in biodegradable composites, suggesting improved material performance.