Polymerization Catalysis by Metal Phenolates

Abstract

The present contribution provides a broad overview on the latest significant developments on metal phenolate complexes for use in polymerization catalysis of olefins, cyclic esters, and cyclic carbonates. Systems mediating the CO2/epoxide polymerization are also especially emphasized. Keywords: catalysis; carbon dioxide; diene; epoxide; lactide; metal; olefin; phenolate; polymerization