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Synthesis of Carboxyl Terminated Polymyrcene by Anionic Polymerization Using CO 2 as a Terminating Agent

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT Carboxyl terminated polymyrcene was successfully synthesized by anionic polymerization. The terminating carboxyl groups were introduced into the system using high purity CO 2 gas. Characterization of the degree of end functionalization was done by titration and gel permeation chromatography using refractive index and UV–vis detectors and a dye functionalized chain. Different reaction conditions were investigated (i.e., temperature, mode of addition of CO 2 , stirring vs. not stirring) to determine their influence on the degree of functionalization. The introduction of CO 2 at −78°C through the headspace of the reactor without stirring proved to be the best reaction condition to achieve the highest amount of end functionalization of 86%–87% at a molecular weight of 20–25 kg/mol.

Source: Journal of Polymer Science

DOI: 10.1002/pola.70230

Authors: Trishna K. Chengappa, Juan Marin Angel, Kevin A. Cavicchi

Institution: University of Akron

Language: English

Topic: Advanced Polymer Synthesis and Characterization

Subfield: Organic Chemistry

Field: Chemistry

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,380

Funder: Lubrizol