Reversible addition fragmentation transfer (RAFT) polymerization in emulsion

摘要

RAFT polymerization of styrene, methyl methacrylate (MMA) and vinyl acetate has been effected in emulsion polymerization. A commercial chain transfer agent, 1, was used for starting the reversible transfer reaction. Usually, low chain transfer constants were found with this compound, but transfer could be improved by generating in situ a suitable chain transfer agent. Controlled behavior was then observed under emulsion conditions. [References: 3]