The emulsion polymerization process typically involves an initial homogenization in which the monomers which include the vinyl esters of neo-acids and the other monomers which are employed to form the vinyl copolymer such as C1-12 alkyl acrylates or methacrylates, vinyl acetate, dialkyl maleate/fumarate, ethylene, acrylamide and other monomers are thoroughly agitated.