Development of Polyampholyte Cellulose-Based Hydrogels for Diapers with Improved Biocompatibility.

ABSTRACT: Non-biodegradable superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) in personal care products (PCPs) pose significant environmental and health concerns despite their high absorption capacity. The aim of this study was to develop cellulose-based hydrogels as a sustainable alternative to those conventional SAPs, taking advantage of cellulose properties such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and hydrophilicity. A synthesized allyl cellulose (AC) derivative was copolymerized with unusual monomers used in the production of SAPs, and the influence of monomer ratios, crosslinking density, and the ratio of cellulose to monomers on the absorption capacity was investigated and optimized. The most promising hydrogels were fully characterized for the proposed application and compared with a commercial SAP extracted

SUBMITTER: Simoes B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12027145 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature