Cross-Linking Compositions for Forming Cross-Linked Organic Polymers, Organic Polymer Compositions, Methods of Forming the Same, and Molded Articles Produced Therefrom

The present invention provides cross-linking compounds having structures as set forth herein for cross-linking organic polymers. Further, polymer compositions include a cross-linking compound and an organic polymer, and in some embodiments the composition further includes a cross-linking reaction additive for controlling the cross-linking reaction rate. In alternate embodiments, the present invention provides cross-linking compositions including a cross-linking compound and a cross-linking reaction additive capable of forming a reactive intermediate oligomer for cross-linking an organic polymer. Further provided are methods of cross-linking organic polymers, organic polymers formed thereby, and molded articles formed from the cross-linked organic polymers. Additionally, methods for forming high glass transition temperature elastomeric materials and methods for forming extrusion-resistant and creep-resistant materials are provided.