Abstract
The radical polymerization of dimethyl itaconate in the presence of carbon tetrabromide was investigated. Oligomers of low molecular weight and high bromine content were obtained; the yield depended mainly on initiator concentration and reached 100 per cent at high concentrations. It was found that the oligomers could be used as plasticizer extenders for polyvinyl chloride; their high bromine content reduced the flammability of polyester.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 681-686 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | European Polymer Journal |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 1972 |