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June 7, 2026Advances in Polymer TechnologyOpen Access

Synergistic Effects of Maleic Anhydride and Epoxidized Palm Oil on PLA/Tapioca Starch Biocomposites

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GKG. K. KurupMFMuhammad Fadzlee Firas Bin Mohd FadzillahNRNishata Royan Rajendran Royan

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Overview

Randomized trial explores improved flexibility in PLA/tapioca starch biocomposites, suggesting enhanced packaging applications.

Key Points

  • This research aims to enhance the compatibility and flexibility of PLA/tapioca starch biocomposites using maleic anhydride and epoxidized palm oil.
  • PLA-g-MA was synthesized as a compatibilizer and mixed with epoxidized palm oil as a plasticizer.
  • Fourier transform infrared analysis confirmed new functional groups, and thermal analysis assessed compatibilization.
  • Rheological and tensile tests evaluated mechanical properties and behavior of the biocomposite.
  • The addition of 5% PLA-g-MA improved tensile strength by 13%.
  • Using 2% epoxidized palm oil doubled the elongation at break.
  • Thermal analysis indicated successful compatibilization with decreased Tg and enhanced ductility.

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Kurup et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a250a9a7def13d035e1abfahttps://doi.org/10.1155/adv/3535137
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