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Thermal, Mechanical and Physical Properties of Composite Films Developed from Seaweed Polysaccharides/Cellulose Nanofibers

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Algae-based materials appear to be promising substitutes for plastics in many applications due to their eco-friendly belongings. However, high solubility, thermal stability, and mechanical strength are still challenges. This work evaluated K-Carrageenan/Alginate films (Kc/Alg) reinforced with cellulose nanofibers (CNF) according to their thermal, mechanical, and morphological aspects. Scanning electron microscopy revealed a CNF entanglement and improved dispersion along the matrices showing a basic one-phase microstructure. This structure determines the enhanced properties such as water solubility, thermal stability, and mechanical resistance. In addition, we achieved the maximal tensile strength of 58.9 MPa for CNF-composite without the addition of plasticizers. These results indicate Kc/Alg/CNF nanocomposites can be a suitable alternative material for coating applications such as packages, carrier vehicles for medication, and nutrients.

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The authors are grateful to CAPES [code 001] and FAPESP-Brazil [Grant number 2019/02535-5] for financial support, Algasbras LTDA® and Suzano Papel e Celulose® for supplying the K-carrageenan and Cellulose nanofibers, and Multi-User Macromolecule Functionality Center (CEMFUM / FZEA USP) for mechanical analyses.

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Ulrich, G.D., Faez, R. Thermal, Mechanical and Physical Properties of Composite Films Developed from Seaweed Polysaccharides/Cellulose Nanofibers. J Polym Environ 30, 3688–3700 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10924-022-02459-5

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