Effects of poly(vinyl alcohol) on the performance of sago starch plastic films. Issue 2 (15th April 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Ismail, H.; Zaaba, N.F.
• Is Part Of: Journal of vinyl & additive technology. Volume 20:Issue 2(2014:Jun.)
• Page Start: 72
• Page End: 79
• Publication Date: 2014-04-15
• Subjects: Vinyl polymers -- Periodicals; Plastics -- Additives -- Periodicals; 668.4236
• DOI: 10.1002/vnl.21348
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1083-5601

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main"> <title> <x xml:space="preserve">Abstract</x> </title> <p>Sago starch plastic films were prepared by blending with different amounts of poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) through casting. A suitable plasticizer was added to the blends. The performance and properties of the films were investigated. From the results obtained, the addition of 3 wt% of PVA gave increases in tensile strength and flexibility. Meanwhile, scanning electron micrographs showed a smooth surface structure for the films. Water resistance properties also increased as the amount of PVA increased, such that there was a reduction in water absorption capability. Conversely, the degradation tendency of the films was reduced as the amount of PVA increased. J. VINYL ADDIT. TECHNOL., 20:72–79, 2014. © 2014 Society of Plastics Engineers</p> </abstract>