Reactive end cappers

Villain and co-workers [146] examined a wide variety of species for potential use as hydroxyl reactive end-cappers suitable for inclusion in PET to minimise acetaldehyde contamination of products. The purpose behind the study was to be able to use cheaper grades of PET for beverage bottles rather than the more expensive solid state post-condensation (SSP)-treated grades normally used (see Section 6.4.1). Best results, with the additives selected, were... 

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