Abstract: Provided are polymer compositions comprising (i) one or more multistage polymers comprising (a) a first stage polymer, wherein the first stage polymer comprises polymerized units derived from at least one organo-phosphorus monomers, and (b) a final stage polymer, and (ii) at least one organo-phosphorus soap in an amount of 50 ppm or more, based on the dry weight of the multistage polymer. Also provided are matrix resin compositions comprising such polymer compositions and a matrix resin.

Abstract: A hot melt adhesive composition is disclosed that includes a combination of one or more high molecular weight components, high levels of one or more multifunctional polyols, one or more organic compounds having a least one hydroxy functional group and high levels of one or more polyisocyanates, with each corresponding ingredient adjusted in specified ways that provides an unexpected balance of properties required for bonding structural components.