Abstract
Surface functionalization such as hydrophilization is an important step in the polymer manufacturing process and a key requirement for application of polyesters. Conventional methods like chemical or plasma treatment are often toxic, expensive and adversely affect the mechanical properties of the polymer. Enzymes have proven to be an attractive alternative for surface hydrolysis and functionalization of synthetic polymers since they work under mild and environmental friendly process conditions while preserving the mechanical properties. This chapter deals with the enzymatic surface treatment of polyesters and in particular with current methods for the analysis of polymer hydrolysis and of changes of surface properties.
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