Abstract: The emulsion polymerization of free-radical-polymerizable monomers in the presence of a branched, poly(ethylene oxide) having a molecular weight of 4,000 to 19,000 and 1 to 250 mmol of the sum of the alkali metal and ammonium ions which are not bound to the emulsifier per liter of aqueous phase provides coarse, aqueous plastic dispersions. The process allows for the effective control of the particle size in the dispersion and yields carboxylated rubber dispersions which are suitable for the production of coating materials for carpets and paper.

Abstract: A process for the production of synthetic rubber latices having a high solids content and a low viscosity by low-temperature redox emulsion polymerization with subsequent agglomeration of the latex particles with oxidized polyethylene oxides, comprises conducting the redox emulsion polymerization in a system wherein the ratio of monomers to water is 0.85 to 1.25; the amount of emulsifier is 2.0 to 4.0 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of monomers; the alkali metal salt concentration in the aqueous phase is 35-70 mmol./l; and the average rate of conversion of monomers is 8% per hour.