Biocidal Polymer Formulations and Coatings

Abstract

Using key publications, the review analyzes fundamental methods for synthesizing polymer biocides of varying chemical structure and discusses the mechanism behind the effect of the described formulations and their areas of application. High molecular weight compounds with inherent biocidal activity and opportunities for modification of polymers through chemical transformations or introduction of organic or inorganic additives are considered. The key focus of this review is on the analysis of approaches to the production of antibacterial coatings. Particular attention is given to the prospects of using cationic polyelectrolytes and metallopolymer compounds to which the resistance of pathogenic bacteria is not developed.