A study published in the journal of Engineering reveals a remarkable development in the field of green coating materials for leather. Researchers have successfully synthesized a solvent-free, bio-based antibacterial agent and aromatic monomer called methacrylated vanillin (MV). This innovative compound not only imparts antibacterial properties to leather coatings but also serves as an eco-friendly alternative to the petroleum-based carcinogen styrene (St).
This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Comparative analysis of the comprehensive performance of leather coated with P(MV–BA)/MXene nanocomposite miniemulsion and the commercial product P(St–BA), respectively, was evaluated via radar chart array analysis. The key performance evaluation parameters included photothermal performance, mechanical properties, hygienic properties, dry and wet friction firm level, and softness. This demonstrates that the tensile strength, elongation at break, and softness of leather coated with P(MV–BA)/MXene nanocomposite miniemulsion were comparable to that of leather coated with the commercial product P(St–BA). Credit: Jianzhong Ma, Li Ma, Lei Zhang, Wenbo Zhang, Qianqian Fan, Buxing Han In this research article, titled "Bio-based Waterborne Poly(Vanillin-Butyl Acrylate)/MXene Coatings for Leather with Desired Warmth Retention and Antibacterial Properties," the team of scientists describes the synthesis of waterborne bio-based P(MV–BA) miniemulsion through copolymerization of MV with butyl acrylate (BA). The miniemulsion polymerization method enables the production of a green coating material that is free…