Special Case of Glycerol

The chemistry of glycerol has recently undergone a radical upgrade [130-132, 138, 139]. Among the multiplicity of derivatives investigated in this research effort, some monomers stand out, all well-known structures derived from fossil resources. 

Glycerol carbonate is widely used as a solvent for plastics and resins such as cellulose 

All evidence based on the current situation suggests that glycerol production will increase further. Its application as a feedstock for the synthesis of polymers (as replacement of some classical petrochemical routes) is crucial for increasing sustainability. 

Journal of Polymer Science, Part A Polymer Chemistry Edition, 2006, 44, 634. 

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