Professional paper
The contribution of 3D printing to green analytical chemistry
Benjamin Radetić
orcid.org/0000-0002-7307-994X
; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Geotehnički fakultet Varaždin
Nikola Sakač
orcid.org/0000-0001-5515-2368
; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Geotehnički fakultet Varaždin
Abstract
This research provides the contribution of 3D printing to green analytical
chemistry by aligning its methods with the 12 principles of green chemistry, which aim to
reduce environmental harm and promote sustainability. Green chemistry emphasizes
minimizing toxic reagents, waste, and energy usage. It plays a vital role in analytical
chemistry by optimizing sample preparation and introducing greener methodologies,
such as direct and solvent-free measurements. 3D printing, as an innovative28
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manufacturing process, enables the creation of custom tools, especially microfluidic
devices. These devices, used for chemical reactions, separations, or compound detection,
offer advantages like reduced production costs, reagent usage, and increased portability.
Several 3D printing methods (e.g., FDM, SLA, SLS) and materials are presented,
emphasizing their versatility and precision in producing complex analytical devices. The
integration of 3D printing into green analytical chemistry enables rapid prototyping and
in situ production, providing tools for sustainable chemical processes and presents
solutions to improve green chemistry principles, efficiency enhancement, and
environmental impact reduction.
Keywords
green analytical chemistry, 3D print, microfluidic devices, environmental protection
Hrčak ID:
333822
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Publication date:
18.7.2025.
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