This study developed a self-healing, anti-corrosive coating based on a novel nanocomposite formulation of 8-hydroxyquinoline-5-sulfonic acid-zinc doped polyaniline (HQZn-PA) incorporated into an epoxy matrix. The chemical composition and surface morphology of the synthesized nanocomposite were thoroughly characterized using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, nuclear magnetic resonance, and scanning electron microscopy. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and potentiodynamic polarization tests confirmed the outstanding corrosion resistance and self-healing efficiency of the coating. The synthesized HQZn-PA demonstrates enhanced anticorrosive properties through the synergistic effects of its constituents. Polyaniline (PA) contributes anodic protection and forms a barrier layer, while the chelation of zinc by 8-hydroxyquinoline-5-sulfonic acid (HQZn) improves PA compatibility within the polymer matrix and functions as an organic corrosion inhibitor. This dual action strengthens corrosion resistance through both anodic and cathodic protection mechanisms. The HQZn-PA nanocomposite reduced the corrosion rate of epoxy coating by 450× compared and maintained an impedance modulus of 1.03 × 10 Ω cm after 40 days in a saline environment. The nanocomposite also demonstrated a self-healing efficiency of 99.28% in scratched coatings. These results highlight the potential of HQZn-PA as a highly effective corrosion inhibitor and self-healing agent for long-term metal protection in harsh environments.
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