HDPE · PP · Hardness · Impact strength · Antibacterial · TMA · TGA · DSC
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This study developed compatible polymer composites based on a blend of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and polypropylene
(PP), modified with 1% maleic-anhydride-grafted polypropylene (PP-g-MAH) as a compatibilizer. Five formulations
were prepared with HDPE/PP ratios of 100/0, 94/6, 89/11, 84/16, and 79/21, each containing 1 wt% (1% by weight)
PP-g-MAH. The blends were comprehensively evaluated through morphological, mechanical, thermal, wettability, and
bacteriological analyses to determine their suitability for sanitary water-pipe applications. Among all formulations, composite
A2 (89% HDPE/10% PP/1% PP-g-MAH) demonstrated the most balanced and superior performance. It achieved a
hardness of approximately 70 Shore D and an impact resistan
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