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A New Preparation Method for cis-1,4-polyisoprene/Na-montmorillonite Latex Composites by in situ Solution Emulsification

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Clays and Clay Minerals

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Cis-1,4-polyisoprene latex (IRL) is the best alternative to natural rubber latex (NRL), and can help to avoid human allergic reactions caused by proteins in NRL. The mechanical properties of IRL are inferior to those of NRL, however. To address this issue, a novel strategy was developed using an in situ solution emulsification to prepare a latex composite incorporating sodium montmorillonite (Na-Mnt). The properties of the latex film prepared were investigated. The dispersion state of the Mnt in the latex composites and the morphology of the resulting composite films were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). In addition, the mechanism of Mnt reinforcement of IRL is described comprehensively. The results showed that the Mnt/IRL latex composites prepared were stable and excellent films were formed, similar to those of NRL. The current research provided an effective method for preparing high-performance composite films suitable for use in high-end medical applications.

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This study was supported financially by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province (ZR2020ME059 and ZR2021ME028).

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    Liyun Guo, Haichang Zhang, Jing Hua & Danfeng Liu

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Guo, L., Zhang, H., Hua, J. et al. A New Preparation Method for cis-1,4-polyisoprene/Na-montmorillonite Latex Composites by in situ Solution Emulsification. Clays Clay Miner. 71, 637–649 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42860-023-00265-1

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