Absorbent polymers, and methods and systems of producing thereof and uses thereof

Provided herein are absorbent polymers produced from beta-propiolactone, and methods and systems of producing such polymers. The beta-propiolactone may be derived from ethylene oxide and carbon monoxide. The absorbent polymer may be bio-based and/or biodegradable. The absorbent polymers may be used...

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Hauptverfasser: Lee, Han, Lapointe, Robert E, Sherry, Kyle, Ruhl, John B, Tseitlin, Alexander, Sookraj, Sadesh H
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Provided herein are absorbent polymers produced from beta-propiolactone, and methods and systems of producing such polymers. The beta-propiolactone may be derived from ethylene oxide and carbon monoxide. The absorbent polymer may be bio-based and/or biodegradable. The absorbent polymers may be used for diapers, adult incontinence products, and feminine hygiene products, as well as for agricultural applications.