Latex preparation and stabilization by hydrophobically modified hydroxyethyl celluloses

Hydrophobically modified hydroxyethyl celluloses (HMHEC) are derivatives of water‐soluble hydroxyethyl‐ethers of cellulose. Because these amphiphilic molecules are known to adsorb strongly on water–oil interfaces, they were tested as nonionic surfactants and stabilizers in emulsion polymerization. S...

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Published in:Journal of applied polymer science 1990-08, Vol.40 (3-4), p.333-343
Main Authors: Puterman, Moshe, Fitch, Robert M.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Applied sciences
Exact sciences and technology
Organic polymers
Physicochemistry of polymers
Polymerization
Preparation, kinetics, thermodynamics, mechanism and catalysts
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Summary:Hydrophobically modified hydroxyethyl celluloses (HMHEC) are derivatives of water‐soluble hydroxyethyl‐ethers of cellulose. Because these amphiphilic molecules are known to adsorb strongly on water–oil interfaces, they were tested as nonionic surfactants and stabilizers in emulsion polymerization. Styrene and methyl acrylate were used as water‐insoluble and slightly water‐soluble monomers, respectively. In situ nucleation, seed latex polymerization, and postpolymerization addition of HMHEC were examined. The main difficulty with the HMHEC materials is their bridging effect, which enhances aggregation. However, these nonionic materials impart pronounced stability to latices against electrolytes. This property can be achieved also by postaddition of the HMHEC to a performed emulsion.
ISSN:0021-8995
1097-4628
DOI:10.1002/app.1990.070400303