STYRENATED POLY(ESTERAMIDE) RESINS AS VEHICLES FOR INDUSTRIAL COATINGS

Poly(esteramide) resins have been prepared using non-traditional argem one oil (Argemone maxicana) and dehydrated castor oil (DCO). These res ins have been styrenated in varying poly(esteramide)/styrene ratio by post-styrenation technique, using benzoyl peroxide as catalyst. Variou s film properties of these styrenated resins, both air-dried and baked , have been studied. It is found that poly(esteramide) prepared from a bove mentioned oils can be styrenated in conventional manner and that, the styrenation significantly improves air drying as well as performa nce properties of the film.