Recent advances in functional additives for polyolefins: chemistry, applications, and sustainable approaches – a review

Key Points

• Functional additives enhance the properties of polyolefins, impacting their usability and effectiveness.
• Key innovations include the development of greener, more sustainable additives that comply with environmental regulations.
• Review of existing literature demonstrates significant advancements in the chemistry of these additives and their practical applications.
• Findings underline the importance of sustainable practices in the production and use of functional additives for polyolefins.