Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) composite films with different hemp protein particles (HPP) as additives were successfully synthesized by a solution casting method. The properties of HPP-based PVA composites films were investigated. The characterizations of pure PVA and PVA composite films were performed regarding Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), ultra-violet (UV-Vis) to investigate the chemical properties. The formation of hydrogen bond in the PVA-HPP films, which could improve the compatibility of the two components was investigated by FTIR spectroscopy and UV-Vis analysis. The overall results showed that a higher loading of HPP into the PVA matrix improved the chemical interactions significantly. The swelling degree decreased while the water contact angle values increased as the HPP content increased.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Polymer Science and Technologies |
Journal Section | Articles |
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Publication Date | May 31, 2021 |
Submission Date | February 11, 2021 |
Acceptance Date | May 7, 2021 |
Published in Issue | Year 2021 Volume: 8 Issue: 2 |