| Advantages of CNSL based Polymers |
| | Improved Flexibility and reduced brittleness. | | | Solubility in Organic Solvents. | | | Improved Processability. | | | Low Fade Characteristics for Friction. | | | Resistance to 'Cold Wear'. | | | Good Electrical Resistance. | | | Better Water Repellence. | | | Improved alkali and Acid resistance. | | | Compatibility with other polymers. | | | Antimicrobial Property. | | | Termite and Insect Resistance. | | | Structural Features for Transformation into High Performance Polymers. | |
Polymerisation Characteristics of CNSL |
| CNSL can be polymerised by a variety of methods: | | | Addition Polymerisation through the side chain double bonds using cationic initiators such as sulphuric acid, diethylsulphate etc.. | | | Condensation Polymerisation through the phenolic ring with aldehydic compounds. | | | Polymerisation after Chemical Modification to introduce speciality properties. | | | Oxidative Polymerisation. | | | Various Combinations of the above. | |
Industrial Significance of CNSL |
| | Low Cost Phenol. | | | Versatility in Polymerisation and Chemical Modification. | | | Possibilities for Development of High Performance Polymers. | | | Property advantage over phenolics in certain applications such as impact resistance, flexibility, faster heat dissipation etc. | |