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  • Biomaterials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Sustainable Chemistry

Background:

  • Enzymatic polymerization of biomass polyphenols offers a sustainable route to advanced materials.
  • Tannin structural diversity and incomplete characterization hinder process optimization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the influence of tannin composition in *Pinus radiata* bark extracts on laccase-catalyzed polymerization.
  • To analyze the impact of phenolic and non-phenolic compounds on polymer properties.
  • To correlate extract composition with resulting material thermal and structural characteristics.

Main Methods:

  • Characterization of bark extracts via proximate/ultimate analysis, Py-GC/MS, FT-IR, TGA, and phenol content analysis.
  • Laccase-catalyzed polymerization using *Myceliophthora thermophila* laccase (MtL).
  • Structural and thermal analysis of the synthesized polymers.

Main Results:

  • Enzymatic oxidation significantly transformed polymer structures.
  • Tannin extracts rich in resorcinol and low in carbohydrates/less polar compounds yielded highly cross-linked polymers.
  • Optimized polymers exhibited exceptional thermal stability, retaining 86% residual mass at 550°C.

Conclusions:

  • Tannin composition is a critical factor influencing enzymatic polymerization efficiency and material performance.
  • The study demonstrates a promising pathway for biomass valorization through the development of thermally stable polymers.
  • These polymers show potential for applications in flame retardancy and sustainable material development.