Developmental Studies on Novel Biodegradable Polyester Films from Maravetti Oil

Novel biodegradable polyester film was synthesised from naturally available Maravetti oil, formic acid and 30% hydrogen peroxide by stepwise polymerisation technique. The polymer was prepared by resin react with styrene. The UV, FTIR and NMR spectral studies carried out to identify the nature of the polymer formed. SEM analysis confirmed that the polymer was biodegradable in nature. The biodegradability of the polyester film was studied by soil burial test. The thermal degradation at different time intervals were analysed by TG-DTAanalysis. The cross- linking ability of the polymers was checked by DSC analysis. Mechanical properties like tensile strength and impact strength were characterized. The resulted polymers have satisfied mechanical performance and fast curing speed.