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The Use of Plant Extracts as Sustainable Corrosion Inhibitors for Cultural Heritage Alloys: A Mini-Review

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  • Jesús Rafael González-Parra

    (Centro de Ingeniería de Superficies y Acabados, Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Av. Universidad 3000, Ciudad de México 04510, Mexico)

  • Francesca Di Turo

    (National Enterprise for nanoScience and nanoTechnology (NEST), Scuola Normale Superiore, Piazza dei Cavalieri, 7, 56126 Pisa, Italy)

Abstract

Corrosion inhibitors have traditionally been utilised to protect copper alloy sculptures from corrosion despite the recognised environmental and human health risks. Knowing the associated toxicity, ongoing extensive research seeks alternative substances for corrosion reduction, giving rise to the emergence of green inhibitors. In this pursuit, plant extract inhibitors have gained attention, particularly in the heritage field. This review discusses recent advancements in synthesising sustainable and eco-friendly products designed to preserve metallic heritage from corrosion. We discuss the key findings on plant extracts used for corrosion control in metal alloys, taking into account the extraction methods to ensure the comprehensive coverage of relevant details. The use of plant extracts as corrosion inhibitors for metallic materials in cultural heritage (CH) is a highly promising and valuable research area. This review highlights recent advancements in the field, providing utility for conservators, conservation scientists, and restorers in identifying the most effective, eco-friendly, and safe compounds for material application.

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  • Jesús Rafael González-Parra & Francesca Di Turo, 2024. "The Use of Plant Extracts as Sustainable Corrosion Inhibitors for Cultural Heritage Alloys: A Mini-Review," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(5), pages 1-19, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:5:p:1868-:d:1345185
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