If a polymer's ceiling temperature is exceeded, it will partially revert to its monomers, destroying its usability.
[1] More generally, polymer degradation also occurs during devolatilization, limiting the temperature and residence time available for the process.
In foam devolatilization, bubbles inside the polymer solution nucleate and grow, finally bursting and releasing their volatile content to the surroundings.
In this case, stripping agent such as nitrogen may be added to the polymer to induce improved mass transfer through bubbles.
Static devolatilizers include: Removal of monomers and solvents from latex and suspensions, for example in the production of synthetic rubber, is usually done via stirred vessels.