Ethyl Cellulose (E462)

Biodegradable cellulose derivative for flexible electronics. Degrades in 3-10 months under composting conditions. Superior water resistance compared to other biodegradable options. Electrochemical performance equivalent to conventional PET. Used as eco-friendly substrate for screen-printed electrodes.

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Cellulose Derivative
Primary use
Screen-printed electrodes
Biodegradation
3-10 months
Electrical Performance
RSD 10%
Water Resistance
Superior to cellulose nanofibers

How It's Made

One-step room temperature fabrication process. Low-energy requirements make it suitable for scalable production. Transparent, flexible, and water-resistant properties. Compatible with roll-to-roll manufacturing processes.

Research Source

Palmieri et al., An ethyl cellulose novel biodegradable flexible substrate for screen-printed electrodes, RSC Advances, 2024, 14, 18776-18784