In this work, poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) nanoparticles synthesized by differential micro emulsion polymerization were used to improve the physical properties of plasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC). PVC, plasticizer (40 phr), heat stabilizer (2 phr), and lubricant (0.2 phr) were melt-mixed with varied amount of the PMMA nanoparticles (3, 5, 7, and 9 phr) on a two-roll mill, followed by compression molding. The results showed that the tensile strength, Young's modulus, tear strength, and thermal stability were improved, but the elongation at break deteriorated with increased PMMA content. Moreover, the flammability of the plasticized PVC was not improved by the PMMA nanoparticles.
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