Abstract: The invention describes a preparation process of pressure sensitive adhesives, wherein a multi-stage emulsifier-free emulsion polymerization and applications of the obtained dispersions for pressure sensitive protective films are included. At least one carboxylic acid group containing monomer is used in the first stage of emulsion polymerization. The theoretical glass transition temperatures are lower than 0° C. (for the first stage polymer), ?20° C. (for the second stage polymer) and ?15° C. (for the overall dispersion), respectively. The dispersion is preferably cross-linked with polyfunctional crosslinking agents, such as aziridine, isocyanate, carbodiimide and oxazoline. The adhesives obtained from the process thereof can be used for the application of protective films to reduce or eliminate ghost shadow on the protected surfaces.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to an article comprising a curable film on a release substrate and/or carrier substrate. More particularly, the curable film comprises at least one specific cyanoacrylate monomer and at least one film forming (co)polymer. The article may take the form of a label, a single-sided tape, a transfer tape or a double-sided tape.

Abstract: The present invention provides for curable compositions composed of one or more cyanoacrylate monomers, and one or more (co)polymers. The compositions of the present invention may exhibit pressure sensitive adhesion properties at 23° C. Subsequent cure of the compositions can be initiated as appropriate. For example, an external stimulus such as heat or radiation (e.g. UV cure) may be applied to induce cure of the composition when desired to do so.