What are the Challenges in Using Polymer Catalysts?
Despite their advantages, polymer catalysts face several challenges: - Leaching: Catalytic sites can leach from the polymer matrix, reducing the catalyst's effectiveness over time. - Swelling: Some polymers may swell in the reaction medium, altering the accessibility of catalytic sites. - Thermal Stability: Not all polymers can withstand high temperatures, limiting their use in certain catalytic processes. - Synthesis Complexity: The preparation of functionalized polymers can be complex and time-consuming.
