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An innovative catalytic system for the exchange reaction of phosphate esters with N- nucleophiles towards the production of sustainable and recyclable phosphorus flame-retardant additives

The objective is the development of a sustainable method for preparing new and recyclable phosphorus based flame-retardant additives, in view of the need to replace brominated compounds. To this aim, Lewis acidic catalysts for exchange reactions of phosphate esters with N-nucleophiles (like anilines) will be studied. In particular, solid catalysts are envisioned to facilitate product workup. Besides, the fate of different flame retardants will be evaluated in solvent-based recycling and reprocessing operations.

Date:4 Sep 2020 →  Today
Keywords:Plastic, Flame-retardant, Phosphate ester, Catalysis
Disciplines:Catalysis
Project type:PhD project