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  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) possess unique properties but require surface modification for specific applications.
  • Developing functionalized nanocellulose is crucial for advanced biomaterials and composites.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To devise and demonstrate a sequential chemical strategy for synthesizing zwitterionic acetylated cellulose nanofibrils.
  • To enable further functionalization of cellulose nanofibrils by introducing specific chemical groups.

Main Methods:

  • A five-step synthesis involving acetylation, periodate oxidation, Schiff base reaction, borohydride reduction, and quaternary ammonium reaction.
  • Acetylation in glacial acetic acid yielded mono-acetylated CNF, preserving hydroxyl groups for subsequent reactions.
  • Characterization using FTIR spectroscopy, ζ-potential, SEM-EDS, AFM, and titration confirmed structural modifications at each step.

Main Results:

  • Successful synthesis of zwitterionic acetylated cellulose nanofibrils was achieved.
  • Mono-acetylation was confirmed, leaving reactive hydroxyl groups for further modification.
  • Sequential reactions were verified through comprehensive material characterization techniques.

Conclusions:

  • The presented strategy offers a viable route for producing functionalized zwitterionic cellulose nanofibrils.
  • The method allows for controlled surface modification of CNF, expanding their potential applications in various fields.
  • The characterized intermediates and final product confirm the efficacy of the synthetic pathway.