Chemical Communications · 2011 · 128 citations · 40 references
Natural SciencesChemical EngineeringChemistryCatalysisPolymer ChemistryReaction EngineeringCatalyst DesignCatalyst PreparationCatalyst SynthesisCatalytic MaterialsIndustrial CatalysisPolymer ProductionCatalyst ActivationCatalyst RecyclingMolecular CatalystsPoly(lactic Acid)Polylactic Acid ProductionPolylactide Synthesis
In this communication we report the preparation of highly active catalysts for the production of polylactide and the subsequent conversion of polylactide to methyl lactate. The use of these catalysts for potential recycling applications is discussed.
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