Degradable Vinyl Copolymers Featuring Backbone Dithiocarbonates by Radical Copolymerization of a Cyclic Xanthate

Key Points

• This research explores methods to enhance vinyl-based polymers with decomposable structures.
• Utilizes radical copolymerization techniques
• Focuses on TARO copolymerization method
• Examines the incorporation of weak linkages into polymers
• Identifies potential for wider monomer options
• Demonstrates improved properties of degradable polymers
• Suggests innovative applications in materials science