| abstract |
The present invention is directed toward anionic polymerization initiatorsnwhich are soluble in hydrocarbon solvents. The initiators include a lithio amine havingnthe general formula ALi. The component A is a dialkyl or dicycloalkyl amine radicalnor a cyclic amine. The invention is also directed toward polymers and other productsnmade using the initiator, and methods therefor. Further, the invention contemplates anpolymer, a polymer composition and products therefrom, which include a functionalngroup from the reaction product of an amine and an organolithium compound. Thenresulting polymers may be terminated with a terminating, coupling or linking agent,nwhich may provide the polymer with a multifunctionality. |